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The Cincinnati Bengals find themselves in a precarious position after starting the season 0-3, following a narrow loss to the Washington Commanders. Despite the disappointment, quarterback Joe Burrow remains optimistic about the team's chances to turn things around, emphasizing that there are still 14 games left in the season. However, the Bengals face challenges, including injuries and inconsistent performances, which raise concerns about their playoff aspirations.
- The Bengals have a tough road ahead but a relatively easy schedule.
- Ja'Marr Chase had a breakout game with two touchdowns.
- Joe Burrow is showing improvement after his wrist injury.
Joe Burrow | QB
Breakout
Week 3
300 pass yards
2 pass TDs
1 interceptions
- Burrow is improving after a wrist injury and ranks eighth in Total QBR.
- He needs to find ways to get the ball to Ja'Marr Chase more effectively.
Ja'Marr Chase | WR
Breakout
Week 3
5 receptions
8 targets
100 rec yards
2 rec TDs
- Chase scored two touchdowns and had his first 100-yard game of the season.
- He may face more double coverage moving forward, which will require strategic plays to get him the ball.
Cincinnati Bengals
- The Bengals have the fourth-easiest strength of schedule remaining.
- Injuries to the defensive line and inconsistent performances are major concerns.
- They have struggled in the red zone, which has cost them games.
Washington Commanders
- The Commanders managed to exploit the Bengals' defensive weaknesses effectively.
- Their quarterback had a strong performance against a struggling Bengals defense.