The dumbest descriptive now, among NFL talkers, scribblers and other assorted experts, is also the most overused:
Statement game.
Seems like every team, every week is playing a statement game. Except, possibly, Detroit. If you know what statement the Lions are making, please let us know. How many statements have the Bengals either made or tried to make this season?
Six?
Yes. Six. Six games, six statements. Every statement-filled one. The Bengals ought to consider hiring an additional PR person. Executive Vice President in Charge of Statement Making.