Bengals’ streak over; hang onto top pick … Cincinnati’s modest one-game winning streak came to an end this afternoon when the Bengals lost in Cleveland. That drops the Bengals record to 1-12 and means they will hang onto the #1 pick overall in the opening round selection order for the 2020 draft were it to be held this week. In fact, the top 4 picks will remain unchanged when this week’s selection order is posted after the Monday night game between the Giants and Eagles in Philadelphia tomorrow evening. Even if they were to win against their division rivals, the 2-10 Giants will hold onto the #2 pick as their SOS figure is weaker than that of the league’s remaining three win teams. Meanwhile, if the draft were held this week, Washington would pick 3rd, followed by Miami at #4 and Detroit at #5. However, the rest of the top ten and beyond won’t be decided until the conclusion of the late afternoon and prime-time games. As usual, the full, updated selection order as it stands for the upcoming opening round will be posted after the Monday nighter.
