Cincinnati Bengals 2010 NFL Draft Picks

Cincinnati Bengals

Needs Analysis: I thought the Bengals had a very good draft, hitting on key needs at tight end, defensive line and corner. Jermaine Gresham gives Carson Palmer his first big-time tight end since he joined the Bengals. Carlos Dunlap has first-round talent and dropped to the second for off-the-field issues, which Marvin Lewis will handle. DT Geno Atkins will be in the rotation at defensive tackle after running a sub-4.8 40-yard dash at 293 pounds. Jordan Shipley is a crafty wide receiver Palmer will come to trust in the slot. The Bengals could still use a safety to finish off a fine offseason.

Pick Player Pos Ht Wt College Grade* Fan Pick* Watch
Round 1, Pick 21 (21) Jermaine Gresham TE 6'5" 261 Oklahoma 8.3 25
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Pick Analysis: The Bengals fill their biggest void in the passing game with the selection of Jermaine Gresham. He gives the team a legitimate threat in the middle of the field, and his exceptional receiving skills should be a nice complement to Chad Ochocinco and Antonio Bryant. Given Carson Palmer's struggles a season ago, the Bengals' revamped aerial attack should help him regain his Pro Bowl form.
Round 2, Pick 22 (54) Carlos Dunlap DE 6'6" 277 Florida 7.4 32
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Pick Analysis: The Bengals have a knack for getting outstanding production from so-called character risks, and Carlos Dunlap could be the next star to overcome his circumstance. As a freakish athlete with exceptional initial quickness, Dunlap has the ability to wreak havoc off the edge. Although his motor doesn't rev high consistently, Dunlap's flashes of talent make him worthy of the risk as a second-round pick.
Round 3, Pick 20 (84) Jordan Shipley WR 5'11" 193 Texas 7.1 --
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Pick Analysis: The Bengals continue to upgrade the talent in their aerial attack with the addition of Jordan Shipley. As a multi-faceted playmaker with exceptional hands and running skills, Shipley is an ideal slot receiver candidate. Additionally, he brings dynamic return skills to the mix, and could develop into a Wes Welker-like playmaker in the Bengals' offense.
Round 3, Pick 32 (96) (Compensatory selection) Brandon Ghee CB 6'0" 192 Wake Forest 7.0 --
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Pick Analysis: The Bengals take a flyer on one of the fastest corners at the NFL Scouting Combine. Brandon Ghee posted times in the low 4.4-second range, and his impressive straight-line speed gives him a chance to make it as a nickel corner. Though he will need some skill refinement to fulfill his potential, the Bengals have the luxury of waiting on his development due to their outstanding talent at the position.
Round 4, Pick 22 (120) Geno Atkins DT 6'1" 293 Georgia 5.6 --
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Pick Analysis: The Bengals bolster their defensive tackle rotation with the selection of Geno Atkins. The Georgia product has good strength for the position, and gives the team another big body to use at nose tackle. With their defense slowly joining the ranks of the elite, the Bengals' selection of Atkins adds quality depth along the line.
Round 4, Pick 33 (131) (Compensatory selection) Roddrick Muckelroy LB 6'2" 246 Texas 5.8 --
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Pick Analysis: The Bengals pick up Roddrick Muckelroy to bolster their depth a linebacker. The Texas standout has good instincts and awareness, and plays much faster than he tested during workouts. Given the Bengals' immense talent at the position, he will have to make his contributions as a special teams player during his rookie season.
Round 5, Pick 21 (152) Otis Hudson OG 6'5" 312 Eastern Illinois -- --
Pick Analysis: This is a really good pick. He has really good feet and long arms. The only thing he lacks is strength. Bengals offensive line coach Paul Alexander loved him when he worked him out, and he is always very thorough in his evaluations.
Round 6, Pick 22 (191) Dezmon Briscoe WR 6'2" 207 Kansas 7.8 --
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Pick Analysis: The Bengals just drafted a very talented wide receiver late in the sixth round. Briscoe ran poorly at the NFL Scouting Combine, and had some off-the-field concerns too, as far as work ethic and consistency. However, he's a big, physical receiver with good hands and worth a shot at this point.
Round 7, Pick 21 (228) Reggie Stephens OL 6'3" 333 Iowa State -- --
Pick Analysis: Stephens was an all-conference player in the Big 12, and is a good inline blocker, with impressive change of direction. He will provide quality depth to the Bengals on the interior of their offensive line.