Reactions were all over the place after the Cincinnati Bengals drafted Texas A&M defensive end Cashius Howell in the second round of the NFL draft.
While most agreed that Howell was an interesting pass-rusher to add to the depth chart, the presence of free-agent arrival Boye Mafe and former first-round names Shemar Stewart and Myles Murphy felt a little redundant.
With other big names on the draft board still available and needs at spots like linebacker and cornerback, plenty of mixed reactions made the rounds.
Mixed or not, even the most irritated by the need and value combo couldn’t deny what Howell might be able to bring to the rebuilding defense. Also, what it might mean in terms of overall formation change, possibly to a base 3-4.
So, here are some of the most notable reactions to the pick.
Bengals draft Cashius Howell: Best reactions
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Reporting by Chris Roling, Bengals Wire / Bengals Wire
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