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Germaine Pratt: The Standout Star of the Cincinnati Bengals 2019 Draft Class

Germaine Pratt, a third-round pick in the 2019 draft, emerged as the standout player of the Bengals transitional roster. Switching from safety to linebacker in college, Pratt brought strong run defense and coverage skills to the Bengals. He earned a starting spot midway through his rookie year and held it for five consecutive seasons. Pratts career-defining moment came in the 2022 AFC Wild Card playoff game against Las Vegas, where his interception sealed Cincinnatis first playoff win in over three decades. The Bengals re-signed him to a three-year deal worth $20.25 million after his best season in 2022. However, the defense declined by 2024, leading to Pratts request for a trade and eventual release in June 2025. Despite the teams struggles, Pratts six years of solid starting play set a high bar for future draft classes.

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