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Source: Fox News
Summary
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow praised the team’s offseason moves, saying the roster is the most talented since he’s been with the team. He credited the front office for signing free agents Bryan Cook, Boye Mafe, and Jonathan Allen, as well as trading for defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence. Burrow also mentioned the team’s focus on improving the defense, which allowed the third-most points per game in the NFL last season.
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The game followed a familiar script.
Burrow’s words echoed the usual offseason optimism, but fans know better. Another slow start, another late push, and another “learning moment” will be needed to make up for the team’s previous shortcomings.
The defense, still the team’s biggest concern, will need to show significant improvement to justify Burrow’s lofty expectations.
And let’s be real, injuries will happen, and excuses will be made.
This one felt recognizable early: the Bengals’ offseason hype will fade as quickly as their playoff hopes if they don’t back it up on the field.
Author: Evan Null
