The Bengals have a spot in the top 10 of the 2026 NFL draft order. How they finish the season will decide if they stay there.

The Bengals are in position to have their highest draft selection since they had the No. 5 overall pick in 2021 when they took Ja'Marr Chase.

The Cincinnati Bengals are currently sitting at 4-9 on the season. With the playoffs likely out of reach, let’s take a look at some of the top positions of need and players at each one for the 2026 NFL Draft. As always, free agency can change what this list ultimately looks like.

The regular season of college football is nearing the end. This is the final week before most teams will be entering conference championships, playoff games, or bowl games in general. There are so many exciting match-ups throughout college football this week.

The Bengals, who still have a shot at winning the AFC North and making the playoffs, have their own first-round pick in 2026. Here is where they are set to pick in the 2026 NFL Draft as it stands. This post will be updated throughout the season. Draft order is courtesy of Tankathon.

The Cincinnati Bengals could be looking at several prospects playing in this one. For BYU, they have several defensive prospects of note. Two linebackers of interest for day three include Jack Kelly and Isaiah Glasker.