05-22-2022, 08:41 AM
Think the context is important here too, specifically in respect of the Bengals. We clearly overachieved expectations last year, not sure too many would've had us winning 10 games before the season, let alone taking the division etc. This year was more likely expected to be our push.
And yet we're here now with a Superbowl run under our belts, and a very active FA to go with it. Most of our key guys (particularly on offence) are still new to the league, and so the hope is that they kick on development-wise as well.
Of course, nothing is linear in terms of progression in the NFL, and a bunch of other teams got better as well. But on paper the 10 win Bengals from last year should be a better team this year. On paper we're clearly in the conversation when it comes to teams who can win the Superbowl next year.
And yet we're here now with a Superbowl run under our belts, and a very active FA to go with it. Most of our key guys (particularly on offence) are still new to the league, and so the hope is that they kick on development-wise as well.
Of course, nothing is linear in terms of progression in the NFL, and a bunch of other teams got better as well. But on paper the 10 win Bengals from last year should be a better team this year. On paper we're clearly in the conversation when it comes to teams who can win the Superbowl next year.
