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2018 NFL Draft: Breaking down the top need for each team

By Peter Panacy

NEW YORK - APRIL 26: A ball and helmets are seen in front of the podium prior to the start of the 2008 NFL Draft on April 26, 2008 at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)
NEW YORK - APRIL 26: A ball and helmets are seen in front of the podium prior to the start of the 2008 NFL Draft on April 26, 2008 at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images) /
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CHARLOTTE, NC – SEPTEMBER 26: The offensive line of the Cincinnati Bengals against the Carolina Panthers during their game at Bank of America Stadium on September 26, 2010 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)
CHARLOTTE, NC – SEPTEMBER 26: The offensive line of the Cincinnati Bengals against the Carolina Panthers during their game at Bank of America Stadium on September 26, 2010 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) /

56. . Offensive Line. . Cincinnati Bengals. . team

There are a plethora of needs for the Cincinnati Bengals this offseason, but a wise move would be to spend at least the first two picks on offensive linemen in the NFL Draft.

Here’s how Cincinnati’s O-line is shaping up right now, according to Pro Football Focus:

Bengals O-line
Bengals O-line /

One of the reasons why the Bengals O-line has performed so poorly this season is the lack of efficient run blocking. According to Football Outsiders, this unit ranks 31st in the league this season.

That’s bad. And it’s putting to waste whatever talents rookie tailback Joe Mixon might have.

So when the Bengals’ number is called on draft day, look for the top-ranked offensive lineman to be the target.