Cincy Jungle · May 25, 2022
Film Room: Dax Hill is the answer
With the Cincinnati Bengals using the franchise tag on Jessie Bates and Vonn Bell entering the final year of his contract, the future of the safety position was a big question heading into the 2022 NFL Draft.
That’s why, despite having only six picks, the Bengals took two safeties. In Round 1 they got a player who was not expected to be available. Michigan Wolverines safety Daxton Hill had both the film and the testing to make him a top prospect.
On top of that, his versatility makes him a perfect fit for Lou Anarumo’s shapeless defense. The Bengals picked at the bottom of the 1st Round, but still came away with a top-20 player.
Let’s take a look at Hill brings to Cincinnati.
