CINCINNATI — As the 2025 NFL Draft draws closer, CBS Sports released another seven-round mock draft ahead of next Thursday’s event. Josh Edwards has the Bengals selecting Jihaad Campbell with the 17th overall pick.
Campbell, ranked 19th on the consensus big board, is considered the top linebacker in this year’s draft, with the next closest linebacker ranked 48th overall.
“While Cincinnati might consider an offensive guard, I’ve picked a defensive player for them in every mock draft since the season ended, and that won’t change in my final mock draft next week. The Bengals are almost certain to choose defense in the first round,” Edwards explained.
Check out the rest of the picks and their big board rankings.