When the Cincinnati Bengals announced they were taking Drew Sample with their second-round pick a few months ago, fans scratched their heads. Opinions varied about the player, with the consensus being that the team didn’t get great value with the selection.
Fan frustration quickly began to dissipate with glowing minicamp reports on Sample. With certain issues hitting the offensive unit and health concerns continuing to swirl around the tight end group, Sample might suddenly be thrust into a high-profile role with a lot of different responsibilities.
Why he could break out in 2019
It’s no secret that the Bengals’ offensive line has been a shambles since the 2017 departures of Andrew Whitworth and Kevin Zeitler.