Cincinnati Bengals: Expectations and Bold Predictions for 2024

Cincinnati Bengals Prepare for a Thrilling 2024 Season

Last season was something of a fluke for the Cincinnati Bengals. Despite having one of the most talented rosters in the NFL, they failed to make the playoffs. That’s not likely to happen in 2024 — as long as Joe Burrow can stay healthy.

Joe Burrow's Health: Key to Success

Burrow had a pair of injuries last season. He suffered a calf injury in training camp that played a key role in the team’s slow start, and then he suffered a wrist injury that knocked him out for the final seven games of the season. Burrow is likely to be pumped up for a comeback season.

• In 2021, Burrow won the Comeback Player of the Year Award.
• He completed 244 of 365 passes for 2,309 yards with 15 TDs and 6 interceptions last year.

Stars of the Team: Ja'Marr Chase and Trey Hendrickson

Ja'Marr Chase is Burrow’s long-time teammate and coming off a season in which he caught 100 passes for 1,216 yards and 7 touchdowns. If Burrow stays healthy, Chase could exceed 1,600 receiving yards in 2024. However, defensive leader Trey Hendrickson has been seeking a new contract, adding some tension to the locker room.

Defensive Improvements Needed

The Bengals struggled defensively last season, ranking 31st in yards allowed. With key players like Hendrickson, Logan Wilson, and Germaine Pratt, there’s hope for improvement. They must elevate their game to ensure playoff contention.

Fans are excited as the Cincinnati Bengals prepare to kick off their season against the New England Patriots, aiming to erase last season's disappointments and return to the forefront of the NFL.