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Myles Murphy: 5 things to know about Cincinnati's NFL draft first-round pick from Clemson

The Cincinnati Bengals had many options when the 28th pick of the first round in the 2023 NFL draft arrived Thursday night, and they couldn't pass up an opportunity to add an elite edge rusher in Clemson defensive end Myles Murphy.

Murphy told reporters he loved the city and the Bengals' coaches during his visit, and insisted that he just wants to play football.

Get to know the Bengals' new defensive weapon:

Murphy, defensive tackle DJ Reader and Bengals defensive-line coach Marion Hobby all have history at Clemson.

Murphy starred for the Tigers the past three seasons before entering the draft.