The 2025 NFL Draft will take place in April, and the Bengals will have the 17th pick in the first round. We’ve rounded up the latest projections from media outlets across the league to give you a look at who could be joining the Bengals this year.

EDGE Shemar Stewart, Texas A&M

The Ringer – Danny Kelly

“He’s big, physical, and explosive on the edge, and he brings the versatility to line up at multiple spots. Listed at 6-foot-6 and 285 pounds, he’s an energetic rusher who works his hands ferociously to discard blocks. He can give Cincy’s defensive line some juice.”

DT Derrick Harmon, Oregon

CBS Sports – Chris Trapasso

“Harmon is a wide but athletic upfield rusher who was arguably the most dynamic pass-rushing defensive tackle in 2024.”

EDGE James Pearce Jr, Tennessee

ESPN – Jordan Reid

“The 6-5, 243-pound Pearce is a lean, ultra-quick pass rusher who can race around blockers with ease. His 18.7% pressure rate ranked second in the FBS, resulting in 7.5 sacks. His 18.7% pressure rate ranked second in the FBS, resulting in 7.5 sacks. He could be the complementary pass rusher Cincinnati needs.”

EDGE Princely Umanmielen, Ole Miss

CBS Sports – Ryan Wilson

“Princely Umanmielen is twitched-up, flashing abrupt/quick in movements and a spin move that puts offensive tackles in a blender. He’s stronger than he looks, and his good hand usage and leg drive allow him to win early in the rep.”

DL Nic Scourton, Texas A&M

The 33rd Team – Kyle Crabb

“Scourton boasts a nice variety of rush counters at his disposal — making him a potential dangerous running mate for Trey Hendrickson.”

DL Kenneth Grant, Michigan

NBC Sports – Conner Rogers

“At 340 pounds, Grant has the size of a true throwback nose tackle but surprising quickness considering the mass he carries. This is the beef, with some pass rush upside, that the Bengals defense needs.”