Things we learned from the Bengals' first 5 games

After five games, the Cincinnati Bengals sit at 3-2, with the bye week arriving at an important moment. Joe Burrow emphasized the need to improve across the board and cut “little mistakes” that already cost two losses decided by a combined eight points. The defense has improved in scoring allowed, now giving up 21.8 points per game (11th), with more turnovers and pressures. However, Cincinnati has been vulnerable on the ground, allowing 155.3 rushing yards per game over the last three weeks. Offensively, Burrow has 11 TDs and Ja’Marr Chase is returning from a concussion. The article also points to the team’s tendency to beat themselves in avoidable losses.