The Cincinnati Bengals made notable moves in the 2025 NFL Draft, securing six promising prospects amidst varying opinions on their overall performance. Leading the charge was Shemar Stewart, a defensive end from Texas A&M with a perfect Relative Athletic Score (RAS) of 10, highlighting his exceptional athleticism. In their second round, they drafted linebacker Demetrius Knight Jr. from South Carolina, followed by offensive lineman Dylan Fairchild from Georgia in the third round. Continuing their defensive strategy, they picked Barrett Carter from Clemson in the fourth round and rounded off their selections with Miami's Jalen Rivers and Texas Tech's Tahj Brooks in the fifth and sixth rounds, respectively.