Cincinnati Bengals training camp has been Joe Burrow brimming with optimism, suggesting a strong rebound to contention might be on the horizon for the franchise.
Joe Burrow
First and foremost, quarterback Joe Burrow appears to be in top form following his offseason rehab from a wrist injury.
USA Today’s Nate Davis recently projected the Bengals to achieve 11 wins and secure a playoff spot, attributing this to new additions and a favorable schedule.
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Newcomers like RB Zack Moss, S Geno Stone, and third-round WR Jermaine Burton could turn out to be some of the season’s most underrated players. Additionally, Cincinnati’s September schedule features matchups against the Patriots, Commanders, and Panthers—all teams that had the league’s worst records in 2023—which offers a generous margin for error.
This softer schedule is a welcome silver lining after last year’s injury-plagued season.
Even without a soft schedule, the Bengals are expected to be a formidable team. Many major concerns, such as Tee Higgins’ contract situation, have been addressed. While there’s still some speculation about Ja’Marr Chase’s “hold-in,” there is optimism that an extension may be finalized soon.
Overall, while the Bengals will need more than a favorable schedule and good health to make a deep playoff run, the projections that they’re set to return to contention should be reassuring for fans.
