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2015 NFL Draft: 5 Prospects Cincinnati Bengals Should Target In First Round

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2015 NFL Draft: 5 Prospects Cincinnati Bengals Should Target In First Round

andrus peat stanford cardinal ot — The 2015 NFL Draft is roughly three weeks away and the buzz continues to build. Each team will look to address needs that they have for their current roster and some of the eventual picks will end up being big booms or big busts. The Cincinnati Bengals hope that their first-round pick won't be a bust as they have glaring needs at the OT and NT positions. Let's look at the top five prospect they should be targeting in Round 1.

The 2015 NFL Draft is roughly three weeks away and the buzz continues to build. Each team will look to address needs that they have for their current roster and some of the eventual picks will end up being big booms or big busts. The Cincinnati Bengals hope that their first-round pick won't be a bust as they have glaring needs at the OT and NT positions. Let's look at the top five prospect they should be targeting in Round 1.

5. Eddie Goldman - NT - Florida State University

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5. Eddie Goldman - NT - Florida State University

Standing at 6-foot-3 and weighing 336 pounds, Eddie Goldman would be a great fit at NT for the Cincinnati Bengals. His best attribute is his elite defensive ability against interior runs. He has an adequate initial burst and punches press blockers effectively. He may lack an elite first step, but his overall effort and motor are more than sufficient. He's also showed the ability to fight double teams well and would be a great fit for the Bengals.

4. Ereck Flowers - OT - University of Miami

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4. Ereck Flowers - OT - University of Miami

Due to Andrew Whitworth turning 34 this year, drafting a suitable replacement for him at tackle makes a lot of sense for Cincinnati. Ereck Flowers would definitely be considered a suitable replacement, as he is one of the elite OT prospects in the draft. The 6-foot-6, 329-pound behemoth possesses run blocking and pass blocking abilities that all grade as above average for NFL prospects. Additionally, he has an elite football IQ and toughness.

3. T.J. Clemmings - OT - University of Pittsburgh

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3. T.J. Clemmings - OT - University of Pittsburgh

Although he has only been playing OT for two years after being converted from a defensive end, T.J. Clemmings has excellent upside. He has the prototypical frame standing at 6-foot-5 and weighing 310 pounds. He also possesses surprisingly consistent footwork for a player with such little experience at the OT position. He will need to improve his pass protection ability, but his upside should have the Bengals targeting him in Round 1.

2. Malcom Brown - NT - University of Texas

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2. Malcom Brown - NT - University of Texas

Since Cincinnati has the No. 21 pick in the first round of the draft, there is a great chance that this versatile defensive lineman will still be available. Malcom Brown stands at 6-foot-2 and weighs 320 pounds which projects him as a great fit for the Bengals' need at the NT position. He is a stout run defender who has played DE, DT and NT in a 4-3 scheme and NT and DE in a 3-4 scheme. His versatility make him a great first-round target.

1. Andrus Peat - OT - Stanford University

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1. Andrus Peat - OT - Stanford University

Standing at a near 6-foot-7 and weighing 313 pounds, Andrus Peat seems like he would be an ideal fit for the Cincinnati Bengals in terms of their need at OT. He has a great first step and takes good initial angles before contact. He also makes it look almost effortless when using the shuffle and mirror technique where he turns away rushers easily. The Bengals need a spark of elite youth on their offensive line, and Peat is the ideal target.

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