In Week 6, the Cincinnati Bengals’ defense was outstanding, but what happened to the offense? On this week’s PFN Bengals Podcast, we also give out pre-bye week awards.
The Cincinnati Bengals returned to.500 with a Week 6 victory over the Seattle Seahawks, but Joe Burrow and company still have a lot of questions on offense. Fortunately, the Bengals’ defense played its best game of the season, allowing Cincinnati to win.
What do the Bengals look like as they head into their bye week? On the latest episode of the Pro Football Network Bengals Podcast, we discuss all of this and dole out some pre-bye week awards.
PFN Bengals Podcast: The Defense Comes Through, Plus Awards!
The Bengals’ offense couldn’t get anything going in the second half of their victory on Sunday. What is the state of Cincinnati’s offensive framework, and what changes can be made following the bye?
Fortunately, Lou Anarumo’s defense stepped up big time. To conclude the game, the Bengals stopped the Seahawks on downs on back-to-back drives, and the team’s defensive line applied consistent pressure to Geno Smith.
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Can Cincinnati’s defense maintain this level of play against opponents like the San Francisco 49ers and Buffalo Bills?
In addition, how will the Bengals appear when they return from their bye week? The schedule becomes considerably more tough in the coming weeks, but Cincinnati has established itself as a viable contender in the AFC North.
Finally, we present some (kind of) midseason honors. Who has been named the Bengals’ team MVP? Who has been the biggest letdown? And who do we want to see more of in the next year?
We’ll be back on the airwaves every week, starting next week with a preview of the Bengals’ Week 8 game versus the 49ers.
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