Dylan Fairchild is an offensive guard for the Cincinnati Bengals, selected in the third round (81st overall) of the 2025 NFL Draft. A native of Cumming, Georgia, Fairchild played college football at the University of Georgia, where he was a two-time College Football Playoff National Champion (2021, 2022). After redshirting his first season, he became a starting guard in 2023 and started all 14 games in 2024. That season, he earned Second-Team All-American and Second-Team All-SEC honors, showcasing his exceptional pass protection skills. Notably, Fairchild allowed only one sack in 787 pass-blocking snaps over the past two seasons .
Before his collegiate career, Fairchild was a standout athlete at West Forsyth High School, where he compiled a perfect 67–0 record in wrestling, earning two state championships. This wrestling background contributed to his renowned strength and leverage in the trenches. At 6'5" and 318 pounds, Fairchild is known for his physicality, advanced hand placement, and ability to maintain a strong base against bull rushes. His impressive athleticism earned him a spot on The Athletic’s 2024 “Freaks List,” ranking him as one of the top 50 most athletic players in college football . Fairchild is expected to compete for a starting position on the Bengals' offensive line, aiming to protect quarterback Joe Burrow and contribute to the team's success.
