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The Bengals Are The Best Team In The AFC North

Let&#8217;s shift our <a style="color: #0000ff;" href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/nfl">NFL</a> focus onto the Cincinnati Bengals, who appear to be the rising stars of the AFC North. The Bengals, having left a promising impression with a solid 12-4 season record last year, seem to be heading in the right direction.
This season has seen an undeniable boost to their performance, marking a career-high for Joe Burrow since he was drafted in the 2020 NFL Draft. The team now boasts a significantly improved offensive line, which could be a notable strength moving forward. It&#8217;s worth noting that depth isn&#8217;t an issue for this team, with the potential to go nine or ten deep.
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Burrow&#8217;s performance has indeed been commendable, though the frequency of his sacks remains a concern. That being said, his tenacity and resilience are admirable, often managing to power through difficult situations.
There are, however, a few points of concern for the Bengals. Notably the departure of Hayden Hurst, who was a reliable safety blanket for the team last season, to sign a free-agent deal with Carolina. Irv Smith Jr., the highly athletic tight end, is coming off significant ankle surgery. His recovery and performance will be key to the team&#8217;s success.
On the defensive end, the loss of all-pro safety Jessie Bates to Atlanta leaves a considerable gap. While Dax Hill, the second-rounder out of Michigan, and Vonn Bell will undoubtedly step up to the plate, Bates&#8217; absence will be felt.
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Moreover, there&#8217;s a notable lack of depth in the cornerback position that may pose challenges. Nonetheless, the Bengals&#8217; offensive prowess, backed by an impressive front seven, one of the best in the National Football League, is expected to compensate for these shortcomings.
With an improved line, there&#8217;s no stopping the Bengals from winning 12 games with ease, possibly even 13 or 14, if we&#8217;re to estimate based on their current form and Burrow&#8217;s caliber. However, the tight end position does pose a concern following Hurst&#8217;s departure, leaving a vulnerability that other teams could potentially exploit. Yet, with Burrow at the helm, an absolute powerhouse of a quarterback, the Bengals seem well-positioned to navigate these challenges successfully.
While there may be a few bumps along the road, the Cincinnati Bengals are a team to watch out for, poised to make significant strides in the AFC North.

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