By Clayton Buck

March 16, 2009 6:23 AM | Link to this

Oh yes, the Bengals always do so well in the NFL draft. They have more draft busts than anyone in any sport. The city of Cincinnati has the worst run teams in pro sports. Go Bengals and take the Reds with you.

By joe

March 16, 2009 6:54 AM | Link to this

Saying that the Bengals will draft well is like saying our President is going to solve our economic problems. LOL

By Kevin

March 16, 2009 7:30 AM | Link to this

Why don’t you knock it off with them negative waves? Why don’t you dig how beautiful it is out here? Why don’t you say something righteous and hopeful for a change?

By joe

March 16, 2009 7:39 AM | Link to this

Joe….You speak the truth bro.

By Tim

March 16, 2009 8:27 AM | Link to this

It’s very good to know some of the names on the Bengals draft wish list. There’s a lot of star power in this lineup and all worthy of Top 10 consideration. Since Smith is not likely to be there when the Bengals make their selection at No. 6, I like the thought of a Benson-Moreno combination.

By BnOPanther

March 16, 2009 8:43 AM | Link to this

You want to know the best way to have a horrible draft? By picking Moreno or Maclin, that’s how! Running backs are a dime a dozen and I think that’s where we will use our supplemental 3rd round pick. We don’t need a WR at all. A good first round would be thinking about J. Smith (won’t be there) Curry, Monroe, Raji, Orakapo. Period end of list. Big C you usually know your stuff but you are so wrong on this that I think you had Chick write this for you.

By scrappy

March 16, 2009 9:05 AM | Link to this

The Bengals need help at off tackle more than anyjthing with the first pick. Jason Smith or Eugene Monroe would be my first choice then the big fat boy from Alabama Andre Smith would be my next favorite.With Anndre Smith they will have to babysit him and ride his a*s all the time to make sure he works out and doent eat his way out of football.

By Brad in Greenville

March 16, 2009 9:16 AM | Link to this

I don’t understand how you can say the Bengals will have a successful draft, THEN in the same breath, consider them drafting a RB or a WR!?!?! If they take anything but OL or DL…MAYBE a LB at WORST, then I’m still on the bandwagon. If they select anything else, I will have finally had enough and will be looking to throw my support and $’s somewhere else. There’s too much talent available in the top 10 in areas we desperately need, then to reach to a sexier pick with a WR or RB. Save it till round 3 or 4…please!

By Matt

March 16, 2009 9:37 AM | Link to this

Ditto Brad. Every year the Bengals are in need of OL’s and DL’s yet continune to pick a WR and RB’s in the early rounds. Some day they will get a clue that the strength of past successful Bengal teams (and most other NFL teams) starts in the trenches.

By brunnegd

March 16, 2009 10:30 AM | Link to this

Repeat after me: Linemen, Linemen, Linemen!

By Bob

March 16, 2009 11:10 AM | Link to this

Yeah we all know the problems the Bengals have had BUT line line line line line line. Defensive and Offensive lineman are the word of the day. Moreno isnt going anywhere without somebody to block for and Palmer Will get hurt again if he doesnt get somebody in there to block for him. OBTW 1 lineman isnt going to do it. They need 2 free agent journeyman lineman (1 defensive,1 offensive) also and cut some of those clowns posing as a employee of the Bengals. The Bengals are so far under the cap they have to look up to the bottom. You might as well trade Ocho-Cinco and draft a receiver in the 2nd round too. Maybe get one 1st rounder for him. Maybe !!!

By Tim

March 16, 2009 11:37 AM | Link to this

Here’s the thing with bandwagon Bengal fans… They’re narrow-minded! The Bengals could draft a high-quality O-lineman in the second round. The last time I checked, the New England Patriots selected Matt Light in the second round and received first round talent. It’s a good thing Mike Brown doesn’t listen to fans or the team would really be in bad shape. Go Steelers!

By Tripp Foster

March 16, 2009 11:44 AM | Link to this

“Why don’t you knock it off with them negative waves? Why don’t you dig how beautiful it is out here? Why don’t you say something righteous and hopeful for a change?” Hey kevin, you saw what all that “HOPE” and “CHANGE” got us after the election. A big fat ripoff…just like the Bungles!! Go Raiders!!

By C in Tipp

March 16, 2009 11:46 AM | Link to this

Call me crazy but if the Bengals can’t get Jason Smith, they better take Aundre Smith.I realize Smith might have ruined his NFL draft status with a self-destructive postseason trifecta of being kicked off the Alabama team for the Sugar Bowl, leaving the NFL combine without notifying anyone in authority, and then showing up for his pro day out of shape, but look at talent. What are we going to do, let this guy sit there until Pittsburg’s pick, and let them have the best OT since Orlando Pace. You guys all know the draft is a gamble anyway

By Ron

March 16, 2009 12:07 PM | Link to this

I suspect Carson is behind this. He has been whining to Marvin and management in the offseason about needing more weapons. The Bengals will end up scoring a lot of points but the defense will be so bad that they’ll finish 8-8 or 7-9 all the time. They need major replacements on defense and have no Pro Bowlers on the defensive side of the ball. Jeanty can’t rush the passer or cover in space. Dhani is average. They need a DT and a CB to push Joseph. DEFENSE wins championships not OFFENSE. If you think Zimmer is some sort of guru you are smokin something. Bill Parcells almost fired him before Jerry intervened and if he was so good why didn’t current Falcons coach Mike Smith want him back? He is not in the league of Monte Kiffin,Spagnulo, or Jim Johnson.

By Bob540

March 16, 2009 12:47 PM | Link to this

I agree that O and D lines should be priority. Winning teams run the ball and stop the run. However, the Bengals’ luck with high draft picks is so bad that I think they might do best to trade down for more 2nd - 4th round picks & keep fingers crossed!

By Mike J

March 16, 2009 12:55 PM | Link to this

I am a neutral observer (Bucs’ fan). I tend to agree w/ the folks who favor a lineman. Get a RB later in the draft; take DT Raji or OT Monroe. Crabtree, however, I’d have to seriously consider. Cincy is in an enviable position as they will likely get a top 5 talent w/out having to pay as much money as,say, Detroit.

By flipper

March 16, 2009 1:02 PM | Link to this

That’s like predicting the tooth fairy will leave a quarter under Santa Claus’ pillow.

By Alfred Milton II

March 16, 2009 1:17 PM | Link to this

Cincinnati has had some big picks as of late…and due to ignorance and injury were unable to make good on those picks…i predict playoffs for the Bengals this year and great draft picks….

By Brian

March 16, 2009 1:51 PM | Link to this

The first-round pick isn’t near as important as who is selected after. The Bengals need a new center, and that has to come in round 2 or at the very latest 3. We can get a quality guard or tackle for the o-line in the 4th or later - as one very informed nfl insider told me there is no Jake Long in this draft.

By Derrick

March 16, 2009 1:54 PM | Link to this

Come on Mikey! This draft has a pretty good selection of players that fit the Bengal’s real needs Ofensive Tackles, Center,DefensiveLinemen. Please don’t blow it with a RB or WR or some other “cute” position in the early rounds.

By Adam

March 16, 2009 2:39 PM | Link to this

I, along with others, laughed when I saw the prediction as well… But everyone on here that is dissing the Bengals will be back on the bangwagon again like they did when they went to the playoffs. Remember: No one is forcing you to watch them. Turn off the TV and turn down ticket offers. Simple as that.

By Scorge

March 16, 2009 3:39 PM | Link to this

Who cares who they draft? The first round pick will get injured early, the second round pick will take time to come around, and the third round pick will get injured. Only two or three draftees will make the team and actually play, and the Bengals will finish a surprising 8-8.

By Tommy22

March 16, 2009 6:32 PM | Link to this

How do you pass up a Larry Fitzgerald type of player in Michael Crabtree. As glamorous a position wide out is, this guy plays like a linbacker on offense. Grab the playmaker and stock up lineman with 2nd and 3rd round picks.

By hackwilson

March 16, 2009 6:49 PM | Link to this

Mike Brown will pick in the first three rounds(and in no particular order) a QUARTERBACK, wide reciever,and running back.

By fsbdan

March 16, 2009 8:33 PM | Link to this

The Bengals need lineman, yes. But if Crabtree is there at 6, you have to take him - he’s sick. Regardless of what you need least, you take the best player available in round 1 - period. You can draft more for need in later rounds. The draft is deep with lineman this year and you can still get a pretty good one in round 2.

By james a

March 16, 2009 9:57 PM | Link to this

You guys are all ignorant who say the Bengals always draft bad. When was the last time they drafted bad? Dont even say last year. Caldwell is gonna be a stud and so is Rivers. Simpson has alot of upside. Chris Perry was the last bad draft pick. You guys are stupid. A bunch of whiners, girls or babies whichever you prefer. Pick a diff team if you dont like how its being ran. Its not rocket science. grow a set

By james a

March 16, 2009 10:02 PM | Link to this

Ron your a moron. Cincy finished 12th in overall D and first in forced 3 and outs. Knocked the D is stupid. Learn the game, the team and the league before you try to sound semi-sports educated.

By Josh

March 16, 2009 10:51 PM | Link to this

With the six pick in the 2009 NFL Draft the Cincinnati Bengals select: Brutus Buckeye from The University of Ohio State. Mike Brown: “I feel Brutus can step on the field and have an impact from the first snap of the season. He is the type of guy who can put fans in the seats and get them cheering. Marvin Lewis:”Not sure what Brutus 40 time was or what is reps were on the bench but he comes from a winning tradition and could realy be the face of this franchise for years to come.” “My only concerns are finding a helmet big enough to fit him and getting that damn sweater around his big head and off.” Ocho Stinco: “Can’t be any worse then Christina Perry”

By Clammy - Mason City, IL

March 16, 2009 11:15 PM | Link to this

J. Smith or Monroe if either are there, if not go with Raji or trade down for Oher or Smith of Alabama.

By eric

March 16, 2009 11:38 PM | Link to this

been a bengals fan since 1969, taking crabtree is stupid. It is essential to get carson a left tackle and a center. We have simpson caldwell coles chad henry carson will get them the ball if not in the hospital. A running back is important but the team does not run without carson.

By eric

March 16, 2009 11:49 PM | Link to this

Clammy agree with monroe not smith and i agree with bj, and trading down for oher is a good idea

By Alex

March 17, 2009 10:06 AM | Link to this

If the Bengals draft Knowshon Moreno, I will move to Pittsburgh. In fact, if they do not draft one of the three talented OTs that are in this draft, I will probably slap a brotha’.

By Steven Ross

March 17, 2009 11:23 AM | Link to this

The obvious choice is the OL but that makes so much sense, it probably won’t happen. Knowing the inept Bungals, we’ll probably draft a kicker.

By Jimmy C

March 17, 2009 3:48 PM | Link to this

I’m in my twenties, but I’m old enough to know the OL is the most important part of a football team. Since we have the highest paid (avg. yrly. slry.) QB, why not protect your investment and go after an Orlando Pace type player in free agency? Secondly, I heard the Bengals are one of the top five most profitable franchises. Can anyone validate this? We have to draft OL or DL, unless Mike Brown is truly all about the money.

By Zach D

March 17, 2009 8:22 PM | Link to this

why we got rid of T.J i dont know but that was a stupid choice because we need some senior leadership, and if u expect chad to do then you have to be out of ur mind because chad is an a*s. But i agree we definitley need a decent offensive and defensive line this year or carson will be out. AGIAN

By CJ

March 17, 2009 10:08 PM | Link to this

Guys….the Ben-gals will bungal another draft this year. Until Mikey Boy has a coronary and Katie sells the team this team will suck big time. Every time this year we have hope…that a good draft pick will come our way. Fact of the matter is Cincy sucks donkey balls and will until the whole Brown family is dead and gone.

By TommyGun

March 18, 2009 12:16 PM | Link to this

I hear all this talk about Andre Smith’s stock falling. I just can’t see passing up on the biggest OL in this years draft. He has 35 1/4 inch arms longest of any OL and is 6’6 325pds bigger than anyone in the draft. He is a beast of a OL with a mean streak. If you dont belive me go to youtube and watch his pancakes.He is a beast of a run blocker. I would love hime to be there he was until the NFl combine suppoused to be the overall number 1 pick on alot of boards.

By eric

March 21, 2009 8:28 PM | Link to this

If they draft A Smith I will be be extremely upset. They could put henry and smith in the same room lights out @ 10 and meatloaf and potatos with orange uniforms with numbers.