Bengals’ chances at top-10 spot in NFL draft order updated

The Cincinnati Bengals suddenly have major NFL Draft implications on the line in the Week 16 matchup against the Miami Dolphins.

Now eliminated from the playoffs, attention turns to the team’s ability to win a few games, divert conversations away from Zac Taylor’s hot seat, and how the results impact a potential top-10 draft pick.

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According to ESPN Research, the Bengals have a good chance of making the top 10:

“What’s at stake: Both teams were eliminated from the playoffs. The Bengals have a 62 percent chance of landing a top 10 pick in the draft, and the Dolphins have a 55 percent chance, according to ESPN Analytics.”

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Entering the weekend, the Bengals were ninth in the order.

2026 NFL Draft Order

• Washington Commanders: 4-10

The Bengals close out the season against the Dolphins, Cardinals and Browns, so every game down to the wire has major draft implications.

At this point, it should go without saying, but top 10 or not, premium picks in next offseason’s draft will focus on the defensive side of the ball.

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This article originally appeared on Bengals Wire: Bengals’ Odds at Top 10 in NFL Draft Updated