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    Bengals
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Caleb Downs Head Shot
PICK: 25 RND: 1 (CIN)
Caleb Downs
S Ohio State
Draft Grade — Bengals
Overall B
ValueA+ NeedC+ TradesB- FutureB-
Larceny in the 25th pick lands the Bengals a B, Downs and all.

When a board-topper like Caleb Downs slides to pick 25, you do not overthink it, and the Bengals did not. No fireworks, but a solid B.

The cornerback spot stays a question, and it was the one they most needed an answer at. The back end got a real overhaul.

In sum, a sensible class that nudges the roster the right way.

Pick Analysis
Pick25 Rnd1 Caleb Downs
You do not let a safety like Caleb Downs reach pick 25 and blink. They did not. A minor need, but a need all the same.