2020 NFL draft: Best Bengals option at linebacker for each round

Here’s a look at a good linebacker fit in each round.

Round 6: Markus Bailey, Purdue

WEST LAFAYETTE, IN – OCTOBER 20: Markus Bailey #21 of the Purdue Boilermakers returns an interception for a touchdown during the game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Ross-Ade Stadium on October 20, 2018 in West Lafayette, Indiana. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images)

Quietly, Bailey is one of the more interesting late-round linebacker names to know because some medical concerns might knock him down that far.

Bailey is actually pretty good in coverage and has a huge ability to read, diagnose and react well. He’s not going to win one-on-ones with big tight ends, but he’ll be a staple of keeping plays in front of him and shutting them down.

In this range, you’re also looking at stellar special teams players.