2016 NFL Mock Draft: Full First-Round Projections, 1st Edition

56. Despite their plethora of talent among the defensive line, the Bengals struggled at times this season to generate a consistent pass rush. They need more talented rushers if they plan on taking that next step in 2016, and Nkemdiche would certainly fill that order. The Bengals haven’t been shy about giving players with character concerns opportunities in the past, and could reap the rewards of gamling on Nkemdiche if he pans out.. Defensive Tackle. Ole Miss. Robert Nkemdiche. 24. player