Did we not win the division, win the AFC, go to the MF'n Super Bowl, AND get better?

[*ochocincos*]

(03-22-2022, 11:14 AM)WeezyBengal Wrote: So what's up with all the hate from the media, fans of other teams, etc?

Is this just what comes from being successful? It seems like NO ONE is giving this team a chance next year. The Browns and Ravens are the teams that people are already picking to win the division. Fans on other social media platforms are the worst. We went from being the darling in the playoffs last year to everyone shitting on us and calling last year a "fluke".

It just blows my mind. This team is really good, complete team that had success last year and got BETTER this year. NO ONE is talking about us.

And I know I know - I shouldn't listen to the media and fans...but I do. Because it's fun and it's part of being a fan. I mean, what the hell gives?

Bengals for sure look better on paper than they were last year.
The OL has two definite upgrades, if not three.
LG might be a bit of a downgrade from Spain, but we'll have to see.
Overall a better OL.

Defense looks exactly the same starting lineup that was featured in the Super Bowl.
Plus, Ossai should hopefully add a bit more pass rush.

I think the big things are that 1) many people thought the Bengals overachieved last season, and 2) Bengals were very lucky when it came to injuries compared to some other teams. 
The Bengals definitely do lack quality depth at quite a lot of positions, but many teams are in the same boat.
I think it's safe to assume the Bengals will be a 10-12 win team this coming season barring some critical injuries.