The Cincinnati Bengals kicked off their 2024 campaign with a shocking 16-10 loss to the New England Patriots at home ¹. Despite being heavy favorites, the team struggled with tackling and turnovers, digging themselves into a hole they couldn’t escape. This loss marks the third consecutive season the Bengals have started with a defeat, leaving fans wondering if they can turn things around.
KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THE GAME:
– _Ja’Marr Chase played despite ongoing contract negotiations and illness, but couldn’t lead the team to victory .
– _The Bengals’ offense looked out of sync, and the team’s struggles with slow starts continue.
– _Head coach Zac Taylor identified tackling and turnovers as major issues.
The Cincinnati Bengals are looking to bounce back from their Week 1 loss to the New England Patriots. Despite being heavy favorites, the team struggled with tackling and turnovers, digging themselves into a hole they couldn’t escape.
Head coach Zac Taylor has identified tackling and turnovers as major issues and is looking to build on the team’s run game. The Bengals are also hoping to get Tee Higgins (hamstring), Amarius Mims (pectoral), and Kris Jenkins (finger) back in the fold for their Week 2 matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs.
The Chiefs could be facing the Bengals at less-than-full-strength, but they’ll have to deal with another weapon in Patrick Mahomes’ arsenal as Marquise “Hollywood” Brown is progressing and could play on Sunday.
The Bengals are confident they can turn their season around, but they need to make some necessary fixes to avoid going 0-2
_FANS REACT:
– _”Slow starts are becoming a theme for the Bengals. Can they bounce back?” – @BengalsFan12_
– _”Chase played his heart out despite being sick. We need to get him that contract extension ASAP!” – @WhoDeyNation_
– _”Tackling and turnovers killed us. We need to regroup and come back stronger next week.” – @CincySportsFan_
_WHAT’S NEXT:
– _The Bengals face off against the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 2, looking to redeem themselves.
– _Injury reports show Tee Higgins and other key players may be out, adding to the team’s challenges.
– _Can the Bengals turn their season around, or will they continue to struggle? Share your thoughts!