Michael Kaskey Blomain

Philadelphia

NBA Writer at Ahn Fire Digital

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Sports Illustrated names Bengals' biggest draft bust of all time

3 weeks ago | yardbarker.com | Michael Kaskey Blomain

Every team has one. That player that they drafted early on with high hopes who never quite panned out. Some teams have more of those than others, but every team has at least one. In the spots world, we call them busts. Some busts are bigger than others, and Sports Illustrated recently named the biggest draft bust for every team in the league. There were a few options when it came to the Cincinnati Bengals, but quarterback Akili Smith was the final answer.
Sports Illustrated names Bengals' biggest draft bust of all time

3 weeks ago | stripehype.com | Michael Kaskey Blomain

Can't get them all right. ByMichael Kaskey-Blomain|Every team has one. That player that they drafted early on with high hopes who never quite panned out. Some teams have more of those than others, but every team has at least one. In the spots world, we call them busts. Some busts are bigger than others, and Sports Illustrated recently named the biggest draft bust for every team in the league.
3 Bengals who could potentially lose playing time to a rookie in 2025

3 weeks ago | yardbarker.com | Michael Kaskey Blomain

At this point, we're just mere days away from finding out who the Cincinnati Bengals will pick with their six selections in the 2025 NFL Draft. Before even knowing who they pick though, we can highlight some players already on the roster in Cincinnati who could potentially be in danger of losing snaps to a rookie. Here's a look at three such players.
3 Bengals who could potentially lose playing time to a rookie in 2025

3 weeks ago | stripehype.com | Michael Kaskey Blomain

ByMichael Kaskey-Blomain|At this point, we're just mere days away from finding out who the Cincinnati Bengals will pick with their six selections in the 2025 NFL Draft. Before even knowing who they pick though, we can highlight some players already on the roster in Cincinnati who could potentially be in danger of losing snaps to a rookie. Here's a look at three such players.
Bengals add more offensive firepower with suggested surprise first round pick

3 weeks ago | yardbarker.com | Michael Kaskey Blomain

Most pundits and experts alike expect the Cincinnati Bengals to select a defensive player with their first round pick in the upcoming 2025 NFL Draft. Maybe an edge rusher. Maybe a safety, or a cornerback. But, what if they went in a different direction? Well, that's exactly what they did in a recent one-round mock draft from Pro Football Focus in which every team makes a surprise selection. Cincinnati's surprise selection was North Carolina running back Omarion Hampton.
Bengals add more offensive firepower with suggested surprise first round pick

3 weeks ago | stripehype.com | Michael Kaskey Blomain

ByMichael Kaskey-Blomain|Most pundits and experts alike expect the Cincinnati Bengals to select a defensive player with their first round pick in the upcoming 2025 NFL Draft. Maybe an edge rusher. Maybe a safety, or a cornerback. But, what if they went in a different direction? Well, that's exactly what they did in a recent one-round mock draft from Pro Football Focus in which every team makes a surprise selection. Cincinnati's surprise selection was North Carolina running back Omarion Hampton.
Joe Burrow explains why Bengals were wise to give Tee Higgins massive new contract

3 weeks ago | stripehype.com | Michael Kaskey Blomain

Burrow got his wish, and Higgins got paid. ByMichael Kaskey-Blomain|In the months leading up to the start of free agency, Cincinnati Bengals star quarterback Joe Burrow made it abundantly clear that he wanted the team to retain wide receiver Tee Higgins. The two players were drafted the same year and have developed an excellent chemistry over the past five seasons.
Free agent guard mentions Cincinnati Bengals as potential landing spot

3 weeks ago | stripehype.com | Michael Kaskey Blomain

Another addition could be on the horizon for Cincinnati. ByMichael Kaskey-Blomain|Free agent guard Dalton Risner is still weighing his options in free agency, and apparently the Cincinnati Bengals are on his radar. During what appeared to be a question-and-answer session on social media, Risner mentioned the Bengals as a potential landing spot, in addition to the Denver Broncos and Minnesota Vikings -- the two teams that he's already played for in his career.
Bengals 2025 NFL Draft capital ranking leaves a lot to be desired

4 weeks ago | stripehype.com | Michael Kaskey Blomain

Cincinnati will have to make the most of its selections this year. ByMichael Kaskey-Blomain|All teams aren't created equal when it comes to draft capital. Every year, some teams have more draft capital than others, due to trades, compensatory picks or other factors. Obviously the more draft capital a team has, the better. Unfortunately, the Cincinnati Bengals aren't especially stacked when it comes to picks this year, especially compared to some other teams in the league.
Bengals announce new numbers for free agents, returning players

4 weeks ago | stripehype.com | Michael Kaskey Blomain

ByMichael Kaskey-Blomain|There will be some new faces -- and new numbers -- out on the field for the Cincinnati Bengals next season. The Bengals added several new players in free agency so far this offseason, including running back Samaje Perine, linebacker Oren Burks and defensive tackle T.J. Slaton, among others. Now, we know what numbers those guys will be wearing, as the team officially revealed the jersey numbers for all of the new additions.