We’re exactly one month away from day one of the NFL Draft, making it a perfect time to hypothesize what the Bengals might do with their picks.



The Bengals own the 21st overall pick and still have major holes on the offensive and defensive side of the ball. Will they try to fill the gaps in the roster or draft the best player available? They don’t always choose the prospect that will have an immediate impact. I could see that happening again with the value on the offensive line just starting to pick up around pick 20 and lasting through the third round. They can afford to wait on selecting a lineman, but will they?



In my first official Bengals mock of the season, I’m going off the grid a bit and picking a defensive back with the first choice, then attacking offensive line on day two.



1.21) Justin Reid – S – Stanford



This may feel a bit early for Justin Reid, but I think he’s the third-best safety in this class and...