Colbie Young set to TAKE THE TOP OFF for Cincinnati Bengals as 4th round draft pick | Live Reaction [9kjdG50Ssi3]
Craig Sandlin and Andrew Collinsworth discuss the Bengals 4th round draft pick, 140 overall, Colbie Young, WR, Georgia. The Cincinnati Bengals bolstered their receiving corps in the fourth round of the 2026 NFL Draft, selecting Georgia wide receiver Colbie Young with the 140th overall pick. Standing at 6-foot-4 and 218 pounds, Young represents a high-upside developmental addition for a Cincinnati offense looking to add depth behind stars Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. Young’s journey to the NFL included a transfer from Miami (FL) to Georgia. During his two seasons with the Hurricanes, he played 22 games, recording 79 receptions for 930 yards and 10 touchdowns. After transferring to Athens for the 2024 season, he served as a key offensive contributor for the Bulldogs, though his 2025 campaign was cut short due to a broken leg suffered against Ole Miss. Despite the injury, Young showcased immense potential as a contested-catch threat, ending his Georgia stint with 37 catches for 507 yards and three scores over two years. Scouting reports highlight Young's impressive physical frame, allowing him to overwhelm smaller defensive backs and act as a reliable target in the red zone. He brings a 4.49-second 40-yard dash speed to the field, making him dangerous after the catch, with the strength to break tackles. While some experts viewed him as a potential Day 3 "boom or bust" prospect with route-running refinement needed, his size is exactly what coaches look for in a boundary receiver. For the Bengals, Young provides insurance in a wide receiver room that has seen depth issues behind the top of the roster. While he lacks significant college special teams experience, his size could make him a valuable asset in the red zone and in contested-catch situations as he develops. Off-field questions did arise during his collegiate career—including an October 2024 arrest on battery charges that were later dropped—which may have contributed to his availability in the fourth round. However, the Bengals clearly felt comfortable with his background, betting on his raw talent and physical tools to flourish in a professional environment, likely allowing him to compete immediately for a spot on the depth chart.