Why Bengals' Top Draft Pick Cashius Howell Is Compared to Raiders' Maxx Crosby by NFL Exec

For the second straight draft, the Cincinnati Bengals used their first draft pick on an edge-rusher from Texas A&M. The prospect profiles couldn't be much different, though.

Cashius Howell dives into '10/10' trash talk, on-field edge he's bringing to Bengals

Cashius Howell Dives Into '10/10' Trash Talk, On-Field Edge He's Bringing to Bengals

Cincinnati Bengals take Texas A&M edge Cashius Howell 41st overall in 2026 NFL draft

Texas A&M pass rusher Cashius Howell is headed to Cincinnati after being selected in the second round of the 2026 NFL Draft.

Former KC prep football stars Howell & ‘Big Citrus’ selected on NFL Draft’s Day 2

Cashius Howell of Rockhurst was selected No. 41 overall by the Bengals in 2026 NFL Draft. Domonique Orange of North Kansas City HS goes No. 82 overall to the Minnesota Vikings. Howell is described as a potential designated rusher with value as a nose tackle.

Why Cashius Howell’s Departure Won't Hurt Texas A&M as Much as You Think

Texas A&M has several talented defensive linemen in place who could help ease the transition after Cashius Howell was selected in the 2026 NFL draft.