If the Bengals’ season goal is to make the playoffs, the run game should be their number one priority. Buffalo boasts the NFL’s best rushing attack, while the Bengals rank near the bottom. Look for Cincinnati to try to turn that around in this week’s home matchup against the Buffalo Bills.
The outlook and strategy for the rest of the year all hinges on this one game for the Bengals. With a win, they keep their playoff hopes alive. With a loss, it’s time to start evaluating who to keep around for next season.