Can players-only meeting help Bengals defense fix ‘little things’ that led to collapse vs. Jets?

Bengals defense meets after 'unacceptable' play

A historically poor showing on Cincinnati's home field produced a players-only meeting for the Bengals' defense Monday, the day after a 39-38 loss to the New York Jets, a last-place club that was winless entering the weekend.

Can players-only meeting help Bengals defense fix ‘little things’ that led to collapse vs. Jets?

CINCINNATI, Ohio — The Bengals defense has had its problems throughout the 2025 season. But they haven’t been as glaring as their fourth-quarter collapse in Sunday’s 39-38 loss to a Jets team that came into the game winless.

Lack of Defensive Talent Is Derailing Another Bengals Season

The worst loss of the Zac Taylor era took place on Sunday at the hands of the New York Jets, 39-38. The Bengals were in control for three quarters until disaster struck in the fourth quarter as the Jets scored touchdowns on their final three possessions and added a go-ahead two-point conversion to stun Cincinnati at home. Defensively, Al Golden’s group has been an embarrassment, allowing 27 points in seven games this season. They consistently mi…

Bengals Defense Struggling To Find Its Identity

Source: Don Juan Fasho / Don Juan Fasho Bengals Defense Struggling to Find Its Identity The Bengals’ defense continues to be a major concern as the team searches for answers after another stretch of disappointing performances. Despite having a few standout players, the unit as a whole has been plagued by missed draft picks and ineffective free agent signings that have failed to deliver the needed impact. After a frustrating 2024 season, many fan…