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Even though the Cincinnati Bengals aren’t playing for a playoff spot, late season development for young players like Myles Murphy, Shemar Stewart, Amarius Mims, and Dylan Fairchild is paramount.
Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down what really matters for the Bengals as they host the Arizona Cardinals, including why the team needs to be careful about buying into their defensive “progress” late in the season, and discuss draft pick status as the season winds down.
0:00 — Bengals’ Final Two Games & Importance
Introduction to the Bengals’ season finale, lack of playoff stakes, but why these games still matter (draft position, player development).
2:08 — Young Player Development & Defensive Progress
Deep dive into key young players like Myles Murphy and DJ Turner, why individual growth outweighs win-loss results, and analysis of defensive performance trends post-bye week.
18:07 — Offensive Line Growth & Draft Positioning
Discussion shifts to the offensive line, especially Amarius Mims and Dylan Fairchild’s development, future plans, and how final results affect the Bengals’ draft slot. Ends with notes on Tee Higgins, Ja’Marr Chase, and the Tankathon update.
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