The Growler Bengals and The Beast with Dane Brugler
Apr 8, 2026
Mo Egger, radio personality and Bengals commentator, and Dane Brugler, draft analyst and author of The Beast, dig into draft intrigue. They debate cornerback comparisons and tackle depth. They map combo linebackers, day-three targets, and why Caleb Downs fits Cincinnati. Conversational tangents cover Joe Burrow’s public life, vague player tweets, and a spirited Masters discussion.
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Target Markel Bell As A Longterm Swing Tackle
- Consider Markel Bell as a third-round/Day 2 swing tackle fit for teams planning long-term depth.
- Brugler highlights Bell's 6'9", 346-pound frame, left-tackle starting reps for Miami, and upside after improving at the Senior Bowl.
Linebacker And Edge Depth Lets Teams Wait
- The linebacker/edge class runs deep and teams like the Bengals can find Arvel Reese–type production on Day 2 or 3.
- Brugler lists mid-round names like Jay Sean Barham, Josiah Trotter, Kayshaun Elliott, Jimmy Rolder, and Jack Kelly as viable options.
Day Three Is Ripe For Receivers And Tight Ends
- Wide receiver and tight end are deep late-round targets where the Bengals can add competition on Day 3.
- Brugler says tight end is overloaded in mid-to-late rounds and safety/corner value exists into the early rounds as well.