Forgotten Bengals draft pick could be just the spark they need on defense

Aug 22, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Cedric Johnson (52) reacts after sacking Indianapolis Colts quarterback Sam Ehlinger (4) in the first half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images | Katie Stratman-Imagn ImagesThe Cincinnati Bengals have had a dubious record in the draft over the last half-decade or so. One of their two third-round picks from 2024 has just requested to be traded or released, and the other has yet be active for a single game this season.

Safe to say other than right tackle Amarius Mims, Cincinnati can't count on anyone from its 2024 class.

As if the current crop of rookies don't look bad enough, first-round pick…