Bengals Draft Explosive Edge Cashius Howell to Lead B+ Class

Cashius Howell was selected by the Cincinnati Bengals as a primary piece of their 2026 NFL Draft class, which earned a B+ grade. Howell is described as an explosive edge rusher who fits the team's strategy of identifying high-floor prospects that fell past their PFF Big Board rankings. The Bengals prioritized collegiate production and trench depth, with Howell expected to contribute immediately to a defense focused on high-value athletic prospects and front-seven depth.