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The Cincinnati Bengals are mathematically eliminated from playoff contention after a frigid home loss, raising tough questions about the team’s future direction.
Jake Liscow and James Rapien analyze the Bengals’ lifeless performance against the Baltimore Ravens, spotlighting Burrow’s rare struggles, Ja’Marr Chase’s costly drops, and some defensive playmaking from Myles Murphy and Demetrius Knight that the team couldn’t capitalize on. The season ends with a pathetic shutout at home to a division rival, which will prompt conversations this week about a potential coaching change?
0:00 – Bengals Blow Out Cardinals
Intro to the show; Jake Liscow and James Rapien discuss the Bengals’ emphatic win over the Cardinals. They emphasize the importance of winning convincingly against bad teams and reflect on what this means for the Bengals’ current trajectory and offseason priorities.
6:20 – Cody Ford Highlight & Offense Analysis
Spotlight on Cody Ford’s unexpected 21-yard catch, plus in-depth breakdown of the Bengals’ offensive performance. Conversation covers Joe Burrow’s efficiency, Chase Brown’s game, Ja’Marr Chase snapping his touchdown streak, and offensive play-calling wrinkles that point toward 2024 progression.
20:00 – Defensive Standouts & Offseason Outlook
Shift to the defense: Dax Hill and D.J. Turner’s excellent play, emergence of Myles Murphy and Shemar Stewart, and lingering concerns (e.g., Geno Stone). Discussion pivots to overall offseason needs and how these final games inform the roster evaluation heading into 2024.
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