Key metrics that should drive Bengals bounce-back in 2026 NFL Draft

Nov 16, 2024; Athens, Georgia, USA; Tennessee Volunteers running back Dylan Sampson (6) is tackled by Georgia Bulldogs linebacker CJ Allen (3) in the third quarter at Sanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images | Brett Davis-Imagn ImagesWe are in the middle of the regular season, but you can already tell that some teams and fanbases have already started taking a long look at next year’s draft-eligible quarterbacks.

We’re looking at you, Cleveland Browns.

Fortunately for the Cincinnati Bengals, we do not expect them to target a QB early in the draft. However, they have surely begun their evaluations on other positions.

Last year, the Bengals used their evaluations and the…