2020 NFL Draft: Cincinnati Bengals 7-round mock

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ANN ARBOR, MI – NOVEMBER 30: Davon Hamilton #53 of the Ohio State Buckeyes looks to the sidelines during the third quarter of the game against the Michigan Wolverines at Michigan Stadium on November 30, 2019 in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Ohio State defeated Michigan 56-27. (Photo by Leon Halip/Getty Images) /

Buckeyes . Davon Hamilton. 129. player. 812. . DT

After focusing on the offensive side of the ball in the first four rounds, the attention turns to the defense in round five with the addition of in-state product Davon Hamilton. Hamilton is built like a Mack truck and enters the draft having played in over 35 games for the Buckeyes as one of its most experienced seniors.

While he doesn’t get as much of the spotlight as teammate Chase Young, Hamilton was still one of the most important cogs in the Buckeye defense over the last four years. He is technically sound and capable of clogging up gaps with ease due to his sheer size and anchor. His experience and savvy should help him make a smooth transition to the NFL, which would make him an important part of the Cincy front seven from day one of his rookie season.

Sixth round

ANN ARBOR, MI – NOVEMBER 30: Michigan Wolverines defensive back Lavert Hill (24) plays defense against Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Garrett Wilson (5) during a regular season Big 10 Conference game between the Ohio State Buckeyes (2) and the Michigan Wolverines (10) on November 30, 2019 at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor, Michigan. (Photo by Scott W. Grau/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) /

CB. Wolverines . Lavert Hill. 161. player. 811.

Cornerback Darqueze Dennard was one of the few bright spots for Cincinnati in 2019, but he’s now ready to hit the open market in free agency. If the bidding war for his services get too pricey for the Bengals’ liking, they’ll quickly turn their attention to replacing him in the draft.

Michigan’s Lavert Hill is an experienced press cover corner whose lack of size limits his ability in an outside role, but could fit as a nice Dennard replacement. He excels at disrupting opposing receivers at the catch point and would be excellent value for the Bengals in the sixth round as they look to add further depth in their secondary.

Seventh round

SAN DIEGO, CA – OCTOBER 12: San Diego State Aztecs running back Juwan Washington is tackled by Wyoming Cowboys linebacker Logan Wilson during the college football game between the University of Wyoming Cowboys and the San Diego State University Aztecs on October 12, 2019 at SDCCU Stadium in San Diego, California. (Photo by Alan Smith/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) /

. LB. Cowboys . Logan Wilson. 193. player. 903

A relatively thin linebacker class in 2020 could mean the Bengals opt to address the position in free agency or in this case, take a high-upside flyer in the later rounds like Wyoming’s Logan Wilson.

A former defensive back, Wilson is as productive as they come, finishing his Cowboys career with over 400 tackles. His motor is constantly running hot and that background as a defensive back gives him an edge at recognizing schemes and tendencies in the passing game. Even if he doesn’t become an every-down player at the NFL level, he should develop into an excellent special teams player.

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