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.