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NFL Executives Split On Who Bengals Will Pick First Across 2026 NFL Draft
- NFL executives are split on Cincinnati's top 2026 draft pick at No. 10, with no clear consensus.
- Two executives favored Spencer Fano, an offensive tackle from Utah, for Cincinnati at No. 10.
- Others suggested either Rueben Bain Jr. or Peter Woods could be the pick, depending on board and depth.
- Cincinnati could lean toward protecting Joe Burrow or strengthening the defense, according to execs’ reasoning.
- Duke Tobin and Cincinnati's scouting staff have met with the top prospects at the NFL Combine.
- The Bengals reportedly have extensive board depth, with almost 400 ranked players available for consideration.
- Caleb Downs has emerged as a common mock draft fit for the Bengals in recent simulations.
- The piece underscores Cincinnati's interest in multiple prospects following the Combine.
- The article is part of On SI Bengals Insiders+, published by Russell Heltman.
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