With the 10th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, the Cincinnati Bengals find themselves in a prime position to add a game-changing talent. While quarterback Fernando Mendoza is the consensus top pick and not headed to Cincinnati, the intrigue begins right after. On the latest episode of our Bengals podcast, hosts Matt and Willie are setting their big board, live and unfiltered.

Each host has independently compiled their top 10 list of players they believe the Bengals should target, and they're revealing them for the first time on air. The goal? To debate, discuss, and ultimately merge their lists into one definitive "Matt and Willie Big Board" for the Bengals at pick number ten.

The conversation is sure to be heated, especially around the "top dawgs" who are unlikely to last beyond the first few picks. Expect deep dives into popular projections like disruptive edge rusher Rueben Bain Jr. and standout defensive backs Caleb Downs and Sonny Styles. The cornerback position, featuring prospects like Jermod McCoy and Mansoor Delane, will also be a major point of analysis.

Given the Bengals' historical trends and the strength of the local pipeline, a significant portion of the talk will focus on Ohio State Buckeyes, particularly on the defensive side of the ball. But could a surprise offensive name from Columbus sneak into the conversation?

Key questions will drive the debate: Will the Bengals prioritize filling a need or simply take the best player available? How do they weigh the profiles of players like Bain against specific measurable concerns? Is running back Jeremiyah Love a genuine option, or will the focus remain on bolstering the defense?

For the full breakdown, the live reveal of both lists, and the creation of the ultimate big board, you'll need to tune in. It's the perfect listen for any Bengals fan already looking ahead to the future of the roster.