Bengals add some bulk, select OT Cedric Ogbuehi
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The Cincinnati Bengals have selected offensive tackle Cedric Ogbuehi out of Texas A&M with the 21st overall pick in the 2015 NFL Draft.
The big tackle tore his ACL in the Liberty Bowl in 2014 which hurt his draft stock, with many draft prognosticators predicting a slide into the second round.
The Bengals thought his upside was too good to let pass and will now have an insurance policy should starters Andrew Whitworth and Andre Smith walk as free agents in 2015.
Cedric Ogbuehi Bio
Position: OT
School: Texas A&M
College Experience: Redshirt Senior
Height: 6-5
Weight: 306 lbs.
Age: 23
Combine Results
| Event | Result |
|---|---|
| Bench Press | 23 reps |
*Ogbuehi did not participate in running drills at the combine or his pro day due to a knee injury.
Strengths
- Ideal body for the position. Long arms. Good lower-body strength.
- Great athleticism. A natural mover.
- Gets out of his stance quickly.
- Grades out as a very efficient run blocker. (Pro Football Focus)
Weaknesses
- Must improve core strength and flexibility.
- Must improve hand usage.
- Recovering from a torn ACL. Wasn't able to take part in most drills at the scouting combine or his pro day.