The Cincinnati Bengals made just six picks in the 2022 NFL draft, taking a defense-heavy approach from the opening gun.
Cincinnati entered with more, yet traded away a late-rounder to move up in the second round, then traded up again in the fifth round. That was part of an effort to upgrade the defense after free agency had focused on the offensive line.
In total, the Bengals drafted just one prospect who won’t line up on the defensive side of the ball — and said guy turned out to be a hit with fans right away.
Here’s a look at the full 2022 Cincinnati Bengals draft class.