How will we do in the North in 2021

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(05-04-2021, 08:16 AM)Nicomo Cosca Wrote: You should definitely be worried about Baltimore. We got absolutely destroyed by them both times we played them, including Burrow’s worst game as a pro, and then getting the ball ran down our throats to the tune of 400+ yards...

This is Baltimore’s division until we see otherwise. Cleveland is easily the second best team, and then us and Pittsburgh will battle it out for the basement (I do think we might actually be better than them). If we can split with each team I’ll be happy.

It is all about matchups and, thus far, Baltimore has been the worst matchup for the Bengals.  Their rushing attack, as you mention, was overpowering against this defense.  You have to tip your hat to them, though, as they knew where the Bengal's defense was weak and exploited it.  I am hoping the massive upgrades in the middle of the defense (Ogunjobi, Reader, Shelvin) goes a long way to helping shore up that area.  

As far as scoring points against them, it will come down to better protection and if Chase can really help open up the offense.