BREAKING: 5 Bengals (Not Named Burrow) To Test Philadelphia’s Defense Tons of Fits
We’ve truly been spoiled by the NFL this season. The regular season has been incredible, full of excitement and drama. Sure, the Philadelphia Eagles can frustrate us at times, but is there anything better than spending a Sunday glued to the TV, watching the Birds play football? It’s become a can’t-miss part of the week.
Six games are done, and 11 remain, with the next one coming up this Sunday. The kickoff time has been moved up, but rest assured, we’ll be there and ready!
A potential quarterback duel is brewing. Jalen Hurts finds himself under scrutiny once again, and if Philadelphia hopes to break a decades-old jinx, he’ll need to deliver his best performance. On the other sideline stands a quarterback who, despite battling constant injuries, remains one of the NFL’s premier talents. And he’s not coming alone—he’s bringing a strong supporting cast with him to the game.
Here are five Bengals to watch when Joe Burrow and company have the football.
The Bengals entered Week 6 in relatively good health, took care of business against the Cleveland Browns, but unfortunately lost two starters to injury. While we’ll have to wait and see how those injuries play out, the team got some outstanding performances from their stars, who stepped up when it mattered most.
Dan Pitcher is the offensive coordinator for the Cincinnati Bengals, now in his ninth season with the team and first in this role. From 2020-2023, he served as the quarterbacks coach, helping develop the team’s passing game. Pitcher is now tasked with going head-to-head with the highly experienced Vic Fangio, presenting an intriguing chess match between the two coaches.
Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins
These guys are well-known. When it comes to great receiving duos, AJ Brown and DeVonta Smith from the Eagles naturally come to mind. However, other tandems, like the ones in Miami with Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle, and in Cincinnati with Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, also deserve recognition. They’re among the best in the league, making their respective offenses extremely dangerous.
These guys need no introduction. When we talk about elite receiving duos, AJ Brown and DeVonta Smith always come up, but you can’t forget about the tandems in Miami and Cincinnati, like Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle or Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins.
On the defensive side, Darius Slay and Quinyon Mitchell have played well this season for the Eagles, but with Vic Fangio’s tendency to avoid press coverage, it could mean free releases for Chase and Higgins. That’s a dangerous proposition for any defense, so buckle up for an exciting matchup!
Orlando Brown Jr. (and Cody Ford if Brown can’t go)
With concerns surrounding Orlando Brown Jr.’s calf injury, some speculated that the Bengals might make a move to reinforce their offensive line. They did just that, signing offensive tackle Andrew Coker to the practice squad while waiving defensive tackle Domenique Davis to create space.
As of now, there’s no official word on whether Brown’s injury will keep him out of Sunday’s game. If he’s unable to play, the Bengals may turn to backup Cody Ford to step in at left tackle, where he’ll face the critical task of protecting Joe Burrow’s blind side. It will be a key decision that could impact the Bengals’ offensive game plan.
Final thoughts
Cincinnati had a rough start to the season, managing only ten points in their opener against the New England Patriots. However, they have since bounced back. After an 0-3 start, the Bengals have won three of their last four games and now average just over 25 points per game. This resurgence shows that they are finding their rhythm and becoming more competitive as the season progresses.