The Cincinnati Bengals were widely considered a top-five team prior to the start of the season; however, after a 24-3 loss to the Cleveland Browns, the tides may be turning. Yes, it is just one game, but the Bengals looked very out of sync.
Both Joe Burrow and Zac Taylor weren’t worried about the direction the organization is headed, and after slow starts the last few seasons, both of which resulted in an appearance in the AFC Championship Game, why would there be concern?
The national media may not have viewed it in the same light, especially with teams like the Dallas Cowboys looking better than expected.