The Cincinnati Bengals are reportedly targeting LSU offensive tackle Jordan Seaton with the 15th overall pick in the first round of the 2027 NFL draft, according to the PFF mock draft simulator. This move comes amid ongoing concerns about the Bengals’ offensive line, particularly the declining performance of veteran tackle Orlando Brown Jr.
After a strong finish to the 2025 season, the Bengals’ offensive line has stumbled early in 2026. Brown, once considered one of the league’s top tackles, has struggled with allowing three sacks and 12 pressures through the first five games. Meanwhile, right tackle Amarius Mims has shone, sparking talks about moving him to left tackle. The Bengals’ front office appears to be planning for their blind side protection beyond this season, with Seaton, who stands 6’5 and weighs 311 pounds, projected as a player capable of securing that position.
The mock draft simulation also sees Cincinnati adding depth elsewhere. In the second round, Louisville running back Isaac Brown is selected with the 50th pick. Early-season performances from Bengals’ starter Chase Brown have been underwhelming, with just three broken tackles across five games. Isaac Brown’s explosiveness and ability to break off big runs could bring fresh energy to the Bengals’ ground game.
Safety is another area of focus, with Mississippi State’s Isaac Smith chosen at pick 81 in the third round. Jordan Battle, the Bengals’ current safety, has been inconsistent. While Battle’s big plays, including a two-interception game against Miami, stand out, his tackling has been a liability. Smith’s tackling record suggests he could be a solid addition to shore up Cincinnati’s secondary.
Later in the third round, Clemson linebacker Sammy Brown is taken at pick 97. The Bengals’ linebackers, Demetrius Knight Jr and Barrett Carter, have improved but still show weaknesses. Brown’s mixed tackling stats raise some questions—he has a 25% missed tackle rate this season, though his previous year’s rate was closer to 6%—but his performance against both the run and pass makes him a potential candidate to add competition and depth.
The mock draft continues with the Bengals selecting Texas A&M center Coen Echols at pick 114. With veteran Ted Karras at 33 and carrying significant wear and tear, investing in a big-bodied center like Echols could prepare Cincinnati for the future at the position. Notre Dame’s interior offensive lineman Sullivan Ashber is chosen in the fifth round to provide insurance for left guard Dylan Fairchild, whose performance this season has been below expectations.
In the later rounds, cornerback Romanas Frederique Jr. of Miami is selected at pick 196 despite a dislocated shoulder early in the season. The Bengals may see potential in him as a developmental player if he recovers fully. Running back Jahiem White from North Texas goes in the seventh round at pick 223, with his 687 rushing yards and nine touchdowns through five games making him a notable late-round addition. The final pick, number 255, is Ole Miss edge rusher Suntarine Perkins, adding more depth to the Bengals’ pass rush.
Cincinnati enters its Week 6 bye with a 3-2 record, facing questions about consistency on both sides of the ball. The mock draft reflects an approach that addresses multiple positional needs, particularly focusing on the offensive line and adding fresh talent at running back and in the secondary. The Bengals’ selections in this simulation provide a glimpse into how the team might build around quarterback Joe Burrow in the years ahead.
According to Yahoo Sports.
