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Burrow convinced Bengals time to return as AFC contenders has to be this season
Burrow said Cincinnati’s offense remains intact, while offseason defensive additions could help the Bengals end a three-year playoff drought.
- On Aug. 20, Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow signaled a shift in expectations during a joint practice with the Chicago Bears, declaring, "This is the year."
- Cincinnati has missed the playoffs for three consecutive seasons following a Super Bowl appearance, while the defense allowed 147.1 yards per game on the ground.
- The front office acquired defensive tackles Dexter Lawrence and Jonathan Allen alongside defensive end Boye Mafe and safety Bryan Cook to address the defensive gaps left by Trey Hendrickson's departure.
- Wide receiver Dohnte Meyers led the team with 121 yards on 11 receptions during the preseason, joining running back Chase Brown, who recorded 400 receiving yards last season.
- The Bengals lost seven games over the past two years despite scoring at least 30 points, a defensive consistency gap they must close to reach the Super Bowl.
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