The Cincinnati accomplished the biggest objectives they set out for themselves this offseason. Largely spurred on by QB Joe Burrow, they had to lock up their two star wide receivers. Having thrown boatloads of money at Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, they basically guarantee a sustained, successful passing game. Barring health, that trio should keep the Bengals in the air for years to come.
But what else have they accomplished, and has it been enough? That is at the heart of veteran Bengals beat writer Paul Dehner Jr.’s critique of their offseason for The Athletic.