Mike Santagata

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Jihaad Campbell is a former 5-star recruit from Florida’s IMG Academy. He was a pass rushing outside linebacker and wide receiver in high school that converted to playing more off ball linebacker at Alabama. He was named First-team All-SEC for this past season. Let’s dig into Campbell as a prospect and what he could bring to the Bengals' defense or any team that takes him in the 2025 NFL Draft:Where He ExcelsAreas of ConcernOverall ThoughtsCampbell looks the part of a high-end linebacker prospect.

4 weeks ago | si.com | Mike Santagata

Andrew Mukuba is a former four-star recruit from Texas that was originally born in Zimbabwe before immigrating to the United States at nine years old. Mukuba originally played for Clemson before transferring to Texas for his final collegiate season. He was the ACC Defensive Rookie of the Year for Clemson and a freshman All-American that season. This past year he caught five interceptions which was the fourth best number across the entire NCAA. He’s a thin but fiery safety who plays with urgency.

1 month ago | si.com | Mike Santagata

The Bengals made a small splash to open free agency with the signings of two defenders: T.J. Slaton and Oren Burks. Slaton is a nose tackle coming from Green Bay and Burks is a linebacker that played for Philadelphia during their championship run. Each one should have a chance to start for this Bengals team and will at the very least play a role. Both veterans should make an impact this season. T.J. SlatonSlaton (No. 93) is a classic nose tackle.

1 month ago | si.com | Mike Santagata

Armand Membou is a former four-star recruit from the state of Missouri with parents who immigrated from Cameroon. He was a two-year starter for the Missouri Tigers at right tackle and was listed as a member of Bruce Feldman’s freaks list. He’s always played right tackle but because of his height, some have pondered about a possible transition to guard on the inside.

1 month ago | si.com | Mike Santagata

Tyler Booker was named a team captain for the 2024 season and had a season to remember as he was named an All-American. The Florida native played left guard for the Alabama Crimson Tide and is a former 5-star recruit. Listed at 6’5” and 352 pounds, he is a massive human being even among offensive linemen. Where He ExcelsAbility to anchor quickly against defenders trying to use power. Drops his weight and lifts them to become an immovable object.