The Bengals lost handily to the Patriots and now are one game closer to the top pick and Joe Burrow. They were also greatly helped along with the Giants winning.
Now with two games left they are two games ahead for the first pick so they just need to lose one more game to lock it in. However, they have two very winnable games left and getting it out of the way early against Miami would be ideal so the Bengals can win in Week 17 with no worries. Being able to root for a win in Week 17 with no reservations would be nice.