The Cincinnati Bengals add a rare talent in round one of this seven-round 2023 NFL Mock Draft, and reload an already strong defense. There may have been a little doubt entering 2022 after a magical run last season, but the Cincinnati Bengals are here to stay. Joe Burrow, Ja’Marr Chase, Tee Higgins, and more are going to be a thorn in the side of the AFC for a long time. The offense has proven they can adjust under Zac Taylor, and the defense under Lou Anarumo has been outstanding at handling top quarterbacks. If Anarumo returns, expect the defense to be strong again up front. They do have free agents to worry about, headlined by safeties Jessie Bates and Vonn Bell. Hayden Hurts is also a free agent this March. Jonah Williams will be in 2024.
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