The scouting combine never fails to generate excitement among the respective NFL fanbases and this year is no different, especially for followers of the Cincinnati Bengals. With plenty of new information and hints to what the future may hold for the team, let’s dive into all of the developments.
Joe Burrow
- Joe Burrow officially ended the rumors that he would spurn his home state in his combine press conference, telling reporters he would happily report to the Bengals if drafted by them
- Burrow heavily impressed Bengals brass in his first interview according to the team’s website, further solidifying the idea he is the favorite to go #1 overall
- According to Bleacher Report’s Mike Freeman, one NFL executive put Burrow in the same category as Peyton Manning and Russell Wilson, saying they were all remarkable
- Burrow earned a pro comparison to Tom Brady from analyst Daniel Jerimiah
First Pick
- According to The Athletic’s Paul Dehner Jr.