NFL insider says Alabama standout Kadyn Proctor is dark-horse pick for Bengals at No. 10

Key Points:

• The Cincinnati Bengals are widely expected to select a defensive player with the No. 10 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, but NFL insider Albert Breer suggests Alabama offensive tackle Kadyn Proctor is a dark horse candidate.
• Breer notes that while Caleb Downs is a likely choice, players like Bain, top cornerbacks, and Proctor are also in consideration, depending on team needs and evaluations.
• The Bengals currently have solid offensive tackles in Orlando Brown Jr. and Amarius Mims, reducing the immediate need for a first-round offensive tackle, though upgrading the swing tackle position could be a factor.
• Proctor is viewed by some analysts as having potential to start at left tackle, but concerns about his discipline and technique might lead teams to consider moving him to guard, a position where the Bengals are relatively set for 2026.
• Given the Bengals' defensive struggles in recent seasons and their tendency to draft players who may not contribute immediately, many hope the team will prioritize defense with their first-round pick rather than selecting an offensive tackle like Proctor.