The Bengals are sending their first-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft to the Giants in deal for Dexter Lawrence II.

When then-president Paul Brown traded the Bengals' first-round pick in 1989, the team had struggled to sign its first-rounders of previous years.

Some mock drafts have the Bengals going with a secondary defender early, which would push needs like edge rusher, linebacker and others down the board. Others go different routes, especially depending on how the board falls in the top 10, while a few even throw trades into the mix.

The Cincinnati Bengals acquired defensive lineman and three-time Pro Bowler Dexter Lawrence from the Giants in a blockbuster trade that sends the Bengals’ 2026 NFL Draft first-round pick (10th overall) to New York. Trading Dexter Lawrence II Didn’t Make Sense—but the Outcome Is Brilliant for All Sides

Former Bengals star Trey Hendrickson made a notable comment during his Ravens introduction that could spark reactions from Cincinnati fans.

The Cincinnati Bengals could bolster their defense by targeting one pass rusher that is flying under the radar. Cincinnati has eight picks in the 2026 NFL Draft.