People keep bashing the offense

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(11-21-2017, 07:46 AM)The Caped Crusader Wrote: I think both units are to blame. Defense can't get off the field on long third downs (I don't know how many times I've seen 3rd and 8+ converted)...and just to ironically add to it, the offense can't stay on the field and convert third downs.

Offense has issues blocking.

Defense has issues tackling.

This is the key: Third down. Good offenses rarely face third downs at all if you think about it. The Patriots and Steelers usually gain six to eight yards on first down and then convert.

Cincinnati’s defense plays too deep on third down. Opposing receivers seem to run past the first down marker, turn, catch, and there’s a Bengal defender five yards even deeper.