The Cincinnati Bengals' 2023 NFL Draft focused on strengthening their already competitive roster while planning for the future. As one of the NFL's top teams, they selected players who can contribute immediately while developing into key future pieces.

Round 1: Myles Murphy, DE (Clemson)

• Powerful edge rusher with immediate impact potential
• Strong against both pass and run
• Joins rotation with Hubbard, Hendrickson, and Ossai

Round 2: DJ Turner, CB (Michigan)

• Fastest 40-yard dash at combine (4.26)
• First-round talent acquired at pick 60
• Projects as future starter in secondary

Round 3: Jordan Battle, S (Alabama)

• Two-time All-SEC selection
• National champion experience
• Expected to earn starting role during season
• Helps replace departures of Bates and Bell

Round 4: Charlie Jones, WR (Purdue)

• Versatile receiver who can play inside and outside
• Return specialist capabilities
• Future depth behind Chase and Higgins

Round 5: Chase Brown, RB (Illinois)

• Immediate backup to Joe Mixon
• Speed complement to Mixon's power style
• 5.3 yards per carry college average

Round 6: Andrei Iosivas, WR (Princeton)

• All-Ivy League performer
• Elite athlete (All-American heptathlete)
• Developmental prospect with high upside

Round 6: Brad Robbins, P (Michigan)

• Expected to win starting punter role
• Two-time Big-Ten All-Academic team

Round 7: D.J. Ivey, CB (Miami)

• Size to match up with bigger receivers
• Solid ball skills (6 INT, 17 PBU in college)
• Depth addition to secondary

This draft class combines immediate contributors with developmental prospects, allowing the Bengals to maintain their competitive window while building for sustained success.

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