The case for and against Bengals drafting a tight end in Round 1

CINCINNATI -- One of the newest Cincinnati Bengals sat in front of a relatively empty locker, grinned and reflected on the opportunity ahead as the team started its offseason program.

Tight end Irv Smith Jr. had a couple of clothing items, a water bottle and a commemorative game ball in his new Cincinnati digs as he talked about the excitement of joining the defending AFC North champs.

"I just want to get out here and play," Smith said. "I wish it was gameday today."

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