“We talked to a lot of guys, but certainly formed a really good relationship with Joe, and have been really impressed with everything we’ve seen from him," said Bengals head coach Zac Taylor on ESPN Wednesday morning.

“Personality comes across," said Bengals Director of Player Personnel Duke Tobin in a recent interview. "[Joe Burrow] has real leadership qualities and football intellect. He loves the challenge of preparation - the mark of a lot of good players.”

Burrow will watch the draft at his house in The Plains, Ohio.