Bengals News (4/30): Luke Kuechly loved Cincinnati’s first-round pick

Bengals News (4/30): Luke Kuechly loved Cincinnati’s first-round pick
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The Bengals had Luke Kuechly’s favorite first-round pick.

Trey Brown Talks 2025 NFL Draft
The 2025 NFL Draft is in the books. While head coach Zac Taylor and defensive coordinator Al Golden go about adapting No. 1 pick Shemar Stewart and his draft class to the Bengals playbook, guys like senior personnel executive Trey Brown have already had fleeting thoughts of the 2026 prospects.

Bengals Draft Class Jersey Numbers
The Bengals announced the jersey numbers for the team's 2025 draft class Wednesday.

Bengals way-too-early 53-man roster projection following 2025 NFL Draft features all six draft picks and one undrafted free agent
Cincinnati officially added six rookies from the 2025 NFL Draft and unofficially 14 from college free agency. More roster moves will come in time, and the unpredictability of training camp will reshape the landscape even more. Until then, let's take a crack at what the Bengals' roster will look like when Week 1 rolls around.

Bengals’ Trey Hendrickson gets $32 million contract update after NFL Draft
That's not quite on par with Myles Garrett, Maxx Crosby or Nick Bosa. But it's at least in the same ballpark.

Bengals show unwavering faith in Dax Hill with contract extension, defying injuries and securing future through 2026
In a season defined by adversity, an inspiring narrative unfolds on the football field. Dax Hill’s journey serves as a powerful reminder that potential and determination can shine even in the face of daunting setbacks. Overcoming an ACL tear, Hill has emerged with renewed vigor, embodying the spirit of resilience and unwavering commitment.

NFL Draft Film Breakdown: What Shemar Stewart Brings to Cincinnati Bengals' Defense
Stewart comes in at a humongous 6’5” 267 pounds with out of this world athleticism. He posted a 10.0 relative athletic score, which is the best in NFL Combine history. It’s worth noting that he did not perform his agility drills.

Former NFL DPOTY loves Bengals' Shemar Stewart pick - Yahoo Sports
Take, for example, former superstar linebacker Luke Kuechly. The Cincinnati native appeared on Kay Adams' show recently and made sure to point out that Stewart has best-in-class upside.

Former NFL DPOTY loves Bengals' Shemar Stewart pick
Take, for example, former superstar linebacker Luke Kuechly. The Cincinnati native appeared on Kay Adams' show recently and made sure to point out that Stewart has best-in-class upside.

Report: Cincinnati Bengals Exercising Fifth-Year Option on Cornerback Dax Hill
This is noteworthy because it gives us a real idea of how the Bengals feel about Hill. He impressed at corner last season and they think he can be a part of their defensive core moving forward. It's also a sign that they believe he can he a high-end outside cornerback in the NFL.

County, Bengals approve $185M Paycor Stadium upgrade deal - Cincinnati Business Courier
Hamilton County commissioners voted Tuesday morning on a $185 million deal that would initiate improvements at Paycor Stadium starting in 2026.

'One Of My Favorite Players In The Draft' - Todd McShay Praises Bengals' 2025 Selecti
"Cincinnati was...