James Rapien

Joined: Apr 5, 2020

James Rapien is the publisher of Bengals OnSI. He's also the host of the Locked on Bengals podcast and Cincinnati Bengals Talk on YouTube. The Cincinnati native also wrote a book about the history of the Cincinnati Bengals called Enter The Jungle. Prior to joining Bengals On SI, Rapien worked at 700 WLW and ESPN 1530 in Cincinnati

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) celebrates after the game-winning touchdown pass to Tee Higgins in overtime of the NFL Week 17 game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Denver Broncos at Paycor Stadium in downtown Cincinnati on Saturday, Dec. 28, 2024. The Bengals took a 30-24 win in overtime to remain in the post season chase.

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The Cincinnati Bengals selected Georgia wide receiver Colbie Young in the fourth round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Young had character concerns, but the Bengals were comfortable adding him to their wide receiver room.

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Here are the biggest takeaways from the Cincinnati Bengals' 2026 NFL Draft class. That included a blockbuster trade with the New York Giants for Dexter Lawrence.

Oct 18, 2025; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Texas Longhorns tight end Jack Endries (88) is tackled by Kentucky Wildcats defensive back Ty Bryant (14) during the second quarter at Kroger Field. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

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Cincinnati Bengals Take Weapon and Popular Fan Favorite Landon Robinson in NFL Draft

Mar 1, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Duke offensive lineman Brian Parker (OL38) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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Cincinnati Bengals Continue to Bolster Offensive Line, Select Cincinnati native Brian Parker II in Sixth Round of 2026 NFL Draft

Oct 18, 2025; Athens, Georgia, USA; Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Colbie Young (8) walks into Sanford Stadium before a game against the Mississippi Rebels. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

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Joe Burrow Gets Another Weapon as Cincinnati Bengals Add Big and Physical Wide Receiver in Fourth Round of 2026 NFL Draft.

Feb 28, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Auburn offensive lineman Connor Lew (OL32) speaks to members of the media during the NFL Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images

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Cincinnati Bengals Bolster Offensive Line, Take Center Connor Lew in 2026 NFL Draft

Cincinnati Bengals Assistant General Manger Mike Potts speaks with media during the 2026 NFL Draft, Friday, April 24, 2026, at Paycor Stadium in downtown Cincinnati.

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Bengals Trade Down in Fourth Round, Improve Draft Position in Pick Swap With Jets

Feb 26, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Pittsburgh linebacker Kyle Louis (LB16) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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The Cincinnati Bengals have five picks in the 2026 NFL Draft, including two in the sixth and two in the seventh rounds. Here's a list of their top needs and possible targets at each position.

Feb 27, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Washington defensive back Tacario Davis (DB05) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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Bengals Bolster Secondary, Take Cornerback Tacario Davis With 72nd Pick in 2026 NFL Draft

Feb 26, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Texas A&M defensive lineman Cashius Howell (DL41) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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Cincinnati Bengals Bolster Pass Rush, Take Edge Rusher Cashius Howell With 41st Pick in 2026 NFL Draft

Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor talks about newly signed defense tackle Dexter Lawrence in a press conference at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati on Monday, April 20, 2026.

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Identifying the Cincinnati Bengals Biggest Draft Needs and Most Likely Picks on Day Two of the 2026 NFL Draft

Indiana's D'Angelo Ponds (5) celebrates after the College Football Playoff National Championship college football game at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens on Monday, Jan. 19, 2026.

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Projecting the Bengals' Big Board for Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft. Cincinnati Has Plenty of Needs and There's Reason to Think They'll Bolster Their Defense in the Second Round.

James Rapien

Joined: Apr 5, 2020

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Why Bengals Declined Myles Murphy’s Fifth-Year Option and What’s Next

Hits, Reaches and Steals: Grading Every Pick in the Bengals’ 2026 Draft Class

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Inside Look at Bengals’ Decision to Draft Colbie Young in Round 4

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Biggest Takeaways From the Cincinnati Bengals’ 2026 NFL Draft Class

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Cincinnati Bengals Take Weapon and Popular Fan Favorite Landon Robinson in NFL Draft

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Cincinnati Bengals Continue to Bolster O-Line, Select Brian Parker II in Sixth Round

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Bengals Address Offense in Fourth Round, Take Georgia Receiver Colbie Young

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Cincinnati Bengals Bolster Offensive Line, Take Center Connor Lew in 2026 NFL Draft

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Bengals Trade Down in Fourth Round, Improve Draft Position in Pick Swap With Jets

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Cincinnati Bengals’ Biggest Remaining Needs and Top Targets Heading Into Day 3

Bengals Bolster Secondary, Take Cornerback Tacario Davis With 72nd Pick in 2026 NFL Draft

Bengals Bolster Pass Rush, Take Edge Rusher Cashius Howell With 41st Pick in 2026 NFL Draft

Cincinnati Bengals' Biggest Draft Needs and Most Likely Picks on Day Two

Projecting the Bengals' Big Board for Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft