Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor -Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
The Cincinnati Bengals have struggled to make the postseason under the guidance of Zac Taylor. However, with a healthy Joe Burrow, a new toy in Ja’Marr Chase, and an infusion of free-agent talent on the defense, Bengal fans once again have hope for the post-season.
A number of things need to happen for the Bengals to compete for a playoff spot in the brutal AFC North.
5. Bengals have to start fast
Zac Taylor’s first two seasons were rocky, but that doesn’t mean the Bengals didn’t compete well, especially early.