Bengals

• Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic speculates on the Bengals’ plans for the tight end position this offseason. He suggests re-signing Drew Sample and Tanner Hudson, as well as considering a prospect in the 2024 NFL Draft.
• Dehner notes that the Bengals have focused on other positions like defensive tackle and right tackle, but mentions their interest in players like Bills TE Dalton Kincaid and Lions TE Sam LaPorta in previous drafts. He suggests that a tight end selection within the first three rounds is a possibility.
• Regarding the offensive line, Dehner believes the Bengals will use a first-round pick on a right tackle and sign a mid-tier free agent for additional depth.
• Dehner predicts that the Bengals will address the defensive tackle position through free agency and the draft, highlighting players like Michigan DT Kris Jenkins and Florida State DT Braden Fiske as potential targets in the third round.
• Dehner suggests parting ways with Joe Mixon and drafting a Day 3 running back to complement a third-down back like the Chiefs’ impending free agent, Clyde Edwards-Helaire.
• For the defensive backfield, Dehner mentions the possibility of moving Dax Hill to cornerback and signing a veteran safety if needed.

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Steelers

Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reveals that the Steelers had a strong interest in Bears QB Justin Fields during the 2021 draft. However, they ended up selecting RB Najee Harris instead.

Dulac indicates that the Steelers are committed to giving former first-round QB Kenny Pickett another opportunity, despite their admiration for Fields.