The Cincinnati Bengals, as expected, mostly focused on the defensive side of the ball in the 2025 NFL draft. Fueling the rebuild under the supervision of new (and returning) coordinator Al Golden, the Bengals grabbed a high-upside pass-rusher in the first round before doubling down on the linebacker twice over their first four picks.

Cincinnati is a hot destination for undrafted free agents, too. Beyond the fact Joe Burrow's team is a perceived annual contender, recent college free agents like linebacker Maema Njongmeta have proven draft status means little in camp by making the 53-man roster last year.