Bengals Film Room: Amarius Mims dominates at right tackle
Rueben Bain Jr. was shut down by Amarius Mims on Sunday.
Amarius Mims, the Cincinnati Bengals' first-round pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, showcased his tackle potential on Sunday against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Standing at 6'8" and 350 pounds, Mims is a force to be reckoned with, both in pass protection and run blocking. His ability to move swiftly out of his stance and extend in space was on full display during the game.
On Sunday, Mims faced the rookie Rueben Bain Jr. and held him to no pressure throughout the entirety of the match. The impressive performance against Bain raises expectations for Mims to face an even more formidable opponent, Will Anderson, in the upcoming game against the Houston Texans. Anderson is widely regarded as one of the best pass rushers in the NFL, having recorded 11 sacks in 2024 and a further 12 sacks in 2025.
Mims' performance against Anderson will be crucial in determining whether he earns a spot among the All-Pro team. On Sunday, Mims exhibited pass-blocking skills that earned him an 84.5 grade from PFF, his best ever. Consistently delivering at this level throughout the season could solidify Mims as one of the league's premier tackles.
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