About this episode

The episode discusses how the trade for Dexter Lawrence affects the Bengals' draft strategy and priorities for the upcoming NFL Draft.

After taking their massive swing to trade for Dexter Lawrence, the Cincinnati Bengals will start the 2026 NFL Draft on Day 2. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down how their priorities have shifted without a first round pick and the potential impact defender like Rueben Bain or Caleb Downs they may have been hoping to pick in the 1st round. The guys discuss how talent and need could intersect for the Bengals on Day 2, and discuss the trade back scenarios as focus shifts back to the draft.

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Hosts: Jake Liscow, James Rapien

Topics covered

• NFL Draft
• Cincinnati Bengals
• player trade
• draft strategy
• defensive players

Keywords

• Dexter Lawrence
• Cincinnati Bengals
• NFL Draft
• Rueben Bain
• Caleb Downs
• draft strategy
• trade scenarios

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Organizations: Cincinnati Bengals

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