2025 NFL Draft Prospect Profile: Boston College Edge Donovan Ezeiruaku

When it comes to defensive ends, the Cincinnati Bengals definitely have a preference. Towering players—usually around 6’4” and 270-plus pounds—check all the boxes, particularly those who can set the edge and contribute against the run.

These are admirable qualities, to be sure, and the team has a track record of productive players with that profile, to one extent or another. Carlos Dunlap and Michael Johnson formed a formidable duo, while others like Sam Hubbard, Eddie Edwards, Robert Geathers (yes, him), Frostee Rucker, Jonathan Fanene, Trey Hendrickson, and many more have made their mark on the Bengals franchise.

While there has been the occasional inclusion of smaller pass rushers—Chris…