INGLEWOOD, Calif. -- The Cincinnati Bengals knew they needed drastic changes if they wanted to be a perennial playoff contender.
They rebuilt the roster in free agency and drafted playmakers in the past two offseasons in order to expedite the rebuilding process. Through smart signings and good draft picks, Cincinnati morphed into the best team in the AFC North.
But Sunday's 23-20 loss to the Los Angeles Rams in Super Bowl LVI reminded the Bengals that winning at the highest level requires more. For a team to be the best in the NFL, it will take a thorough examination and fixing the weak spots.