The Cincinnati Bengals have gotten off to one of the two best starts in the history of this storied franchise, but there is still a lot of work yet to be done. The Bengals aren’t just looking to win a playoff game; they’re looking to win a Super Bowl. And the easiest way to give yourself a chance to win the Super Bowl is to earn a first-round bye in the playoffs.
The Cincinnati Bengals are legitimate AFC contenders, and they’re fully capable of earning a first-round bye, given the trajectory they’re on.