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What are the biggest Day 2 needs for the Bengals?

The Cincinnati Bengals drafted for need Thursday evening when they grabbed Shemar Stewart of Texas A&M with the 17th pick of the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft.

The Bengals currently hold two picks in Rounds 2-3:

  • Round 2 - pick 49
  • Round 3 - pick 81

Is there a trade in the cards for the Bengals, or will they stick to the script on day 2? Whatever the case, here are some of the biggest holes the Bengals still need to address on Day 2 of the draft:

Defensive Tackle

Cincinnati struggled to stop the run last year and get pressure on the quarterback from the interior.