Question of the Day: What position should the Bengals draft?

1. i think a good DT or DE is going to fall to us and be the best player available when we pick
2. we need more depth there so that at the end of the season we aren’t just sticking bodies like orien harris and frostee rucker in the fold
3. i don’t want to give gresham 1st rd money if he has so many health questions
4. i think all the good safeties will be gone
5. i think the only true 1st rd receiver (dez bryant) will be gone and we would be reaching to take anyone else
6. o-line could be there but see no. 1
7. boobs

The Bengals had a pretty good year last year and should continue to build a foundation by getting the best player out there, besides quarterback or running back.

Wide receivers are too risky and the only tight end worthy of being picked in the first round didnt play last year and has had health problems. Dez Bryant might be worthy of the 24th pick, but I would rather see them keep building a foundation rather than getting a possible play maker.

I would love to get D line, I liked everything GrooveLeg had to say except that I think there will be a safety available at the time the Bengals pick. I just dont think they are worth first round picks.

Building up our offensive line wouldnt be a bad idea either, especially if Bobby Williams leaves. I dont think Whitt is the answer at Left Guard.

Safety is probably our biggest hole on defense unless R. Williams can stay healthy. If there’s nobody left at safety though worthy of a first rounder, then I agree with Grooveleg, and say that I’d rather go for a DT or maybe a solid DE. If there isn’t anybody solid at DT or DE left, then I’d look at Offensive lineman.

TE is clearly our biggest position of need. The only TE we have under contract is Chase “Never seen a down in the NFL unless its lying face down” Coffman. (I need to shorten that nickname somehow…).

hey, if were lucky maybe he’ll be as good as Heyward Bey.. cmon people.. it takes WR’s way to long to develop, we need impact players who can play now. We can pick up WR’s in the later rounds.

Best defensive player on the board..

The Bengals need to draft the best defensive player available because it seems that defensive players can make an immediate impact and offensive players take time to transition to the NFL. If Earl Thomas from Texas is available when Cincy picks then he should be the guy. He is the cover Safety that Zimmer talked about looking for in the last draft. If he is gone then Brandon Graham would be a good selection. Marvin has tried to use the hybrid/lb before and I think Graham is perfect for this role. He could play strong side lb on the first and second down and then move to the DE spot to rush the QB in passing downs. I live in Ann Arbor and have watched this guy for a few years. Despite being on a pathetic defense he was always making plays and was constantly in the back field and he has motor that doesn’t stop. If he too is gone then possibly Dan Williams Tennessee or a DE, I just have a feeling that the top DE’s in this draft will be underachievers. I wouldn’t be to upset if Gresham was the pick but I think TE and WR should be addressed via free agency.

Maybe I’m stuck in the 90’s/early 2000’s still but I really want the bengals to solidify the offensive line. If we could give Palmer (and for that matter whoever takes over for him in a few years) enough time to throw, any receiver would be open. I also thought of choosing a defensive lineman/passrusher because as long as the nfl has been around, if you can control the line of scrimmage you can win.

I think a TE in the 1st round is a waste. Gresham has already torn an ACL in high school and sat out all last year. Get a Safety or a good defensive player. It’s as simple as that.

The Bengals are in a really good position to draft the best player available. We have a solid team across the board with few gaping holes. We need to look at the draft not as a way to fill immediate needs but as a way to build a strong team into the future.

One thing that is important to understand is that first round draft picks are hardly a sure thing. Bengals fans should know this more than anyone—therefore drafting for position rather than talent is hamstringing yourself on the hope that a 22 year old can turn the team around and raises the potential of passing on more talented guys that could really help the team in the future.

Regarding Gresham. I wouldn’t be upset if the Bengals drafted him, but I don’t think its really the right move. We drafted a TE last year in the 3rd round. Unless there is a real reason to believe that he won’t be NFL ready this year, he is our future starter. Drafting Gresham, a guy that missed his entire senior year with an injury, and expecting him to step into a starting role is a little quixotic. And worst case scenario, neither Gersham or Coffman are ready and we end up like we were last year. For that reason, I say we pass on Gresham and sign a veteran TE to split time with Coffman as he gets up to speed.

Early in the draft, the Bengals do need to address the positon of DT and Safety (not necessarily first round, but first day). At both positions we need depth and need to prepare for the future changing of the guard.

Should the Bengals draft an offensive lineman? Yes, the Bengals should always draft an offensive lineman. Mid round pick and develop him. Right now I think our starting line will be Whit, Mathis, Cook (Luigs as a darkhorse), Collins and Smith. Exactly where they will be playing I’m not sure, but those are our best guys in my opinion. (Assuming Williams goes).

Should we draft a WR? By all means, the Bengals should always draft WRs. I don’t think it makes sense to force it in the first round, but I wouldn’t be surprised if we see one selected in the 2-4 round.

Running Back. Honestly, I say yes if one is available and seems like a bargain. I’ve said before, in the unlikely scenario that Spiller is available, the Bengals would be insane to pass on him. The Bengals need playmakers on offense—position is less relevant. Personally, I would like to see the Bengals draft a speedster RB, cut Jeremi Johnson, and simply go without a FB. We can use Foschi, Roland, Leonard or Coats as an H-Back if we need an extra body in the backfield.

and let’s hope they highly consider a character guy and not a risk. rey slipped to the 2nd round last year for a reason…other teams knew he wasnt done partying.

i want a guy that wants to play football and make it his career, not his means of living the high life.

If you want a pass threat we need to buy Carson outstanding time.. Teams with highly successful passing games give there QB’s extraordinary time.