2015 Mock Draft: Bengals select Washington OLB Shaq Thompson

While one CBS Sports mock draft has the Bengals going with a wide receiver in the first round, another goes with the more traditional route. Dane Brugler has the Bengals selecting Washington outside linebacker Shaq Thompson.

The Bengals' linebackers were not a strength in 2014 and with often-injured Rey Maualuga set for free agency, Cincinnati could find linebacker help with this pick. Thompson is an intriguing athlete who has a knack for creating turnovers.

I'm alright with new linebackers. I'm also having a hard time seeing Cincinnati going with first-round backer, and there's a strong belief that Rey Maualuga will return in 2015. That said, the linebacker position could use an infusion of talent. Actually, they just need players who won't get hurt.