2024 record prediction: Cincinnati Bengals

After a season where Joe Burrow played through injury the Cincinnati Bengals proved even without their elite quarterback they have a talented roster that can compete in the best division in football. Now with Burrow expected to be fully healthy heading into the season, it’s scary to think of what this team is capable of with one of the most complete rosters in the league. Not having lost much in the offseason and not projecting a single rookie to start speaks to how well this team is built and what they may be able to accomplish if their quarterback stays healthy.

The additions of Cody Ford, Amarius Mims, and Trent Brown in free agency and the draft are going to help solidify an already solid offensive line that needs to keep their quarterback upright. Adding weapons in receiver Jermaine Burton, running back Zack Moss, and tight end Mike Gesicki is going to ensure this team is firing on all cylinders despite the departures of franchise staples Joe Mixon and Tyler Boyd. Defensive tackle Sheldon Rankins should help bring in some much needed interior pass rush and solidify one of the better defensive lines in the league.

Like the others in their division, the Cincinnati Bengals look as prepared as ever to have a successful season and a deep playoff push heading into 2024. With Joe Burrow established as one of the best quarterbacks in the league, and his incredible weapons in Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, this team is set up to leave where they left off two seasons ago and make a potential Super Bowl run.

Record prediction: 12-5