Bengals’ Rookie Report Card

1^st Round – Wide Receiver – John Ross – Inc.

It’s so far not-so-good for rookie receiver John Ross. Ross gets an incomplete because we have barely seen him. Despite the fact that the Bengals have brought him along slowly, Ross suffered a knee injury in their preseason finale which will cause him to miss some time.

2^nd Round – Running Back – Joe Mixon – A

Mixon looked very impressive throughout the preseason. He has definitely shown that he could be a special player in the NFL.

3^rd Round – Defensive End – Jordan Willis – B

Willis has shown some flashes, but as expected he will take some time to develop.

4^th Round – Linebacker – Carl Lawson – A

Lawson was the best value pick of the draft for the Bengals. He has shown the ability to convert to linebacker, but is also a very effective pass rusher. Lawson will have an impact in Cincinnati this season.

4^th Round – Wide Receiver – Josh Malone – B

Malone has shown some flashes of play making ability. He is a developmental prospect, but the talent is clearly there.

4^th Round – Defensive Tackle – Ryan Glasgow – B-

Glasgow looked impressive during the preseason. He can penetrate the offensive line and is very effective against the run.

5^th Round – Kicker Jake Elliott – C

Elliott looked pretty good, but failed to win the job. The Bengals did sign him to their practice squad so he still may be their kicker of the future.

5^th Round – Center -J.J. Dielman – F

Dielman struggled throughout training camp, was cut and acquired by the Rams.

6^th Round  – Jordan Evans – A-

Jordan Evans has been a staff favorite throughout the preseason in Cincinnati. Don’t be surprised if he finds a way to make an impact this season.

6^th Round – Brandon Wilson – C

Wilson failed to make the roster, but was picked up on the practice squad. A year of development could make this extremely talented athlete into a contributor in the future.

 7^th Round – Mason Schreck – Inc.

Schreck begins his NFL career on IR.