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Joe Burrow Could Face 'Serious Trouble' With Bengals Biggest Roster Hole

Joe Burrow Could Face 'Serious Trouble' With Bengals Biggest Roster Hole

Summary

The Cincinnati Bengals had a poor NFL season in 2025, finishing with a 6-11 record and their star quarterback Joe Burrow missing many games. The team faces a big problem for the 2026 season because they do not have strong backup players if key wide receivers get injured.

Key Facts

  • The Bengals ended the 2025 season with 6 wins and 11 losses.
  • Joe Burrow played in only eight games, throwing for 1,809 yards, 17 touchdowns, and 5 interceptions.
  • The Bengals did not make the playoffs in 2025.
  • ESPN says the biggest problem for the team is a lack of depth in wide receiver positions.
  • If top wide receivers Ja'Marr Chase or Tee Higgins get injured, the team could be in serious trouble.
  • The slot receiver Andrei Iosivas is also important, but the backup behind him is weak.
  • The Bengals drafted Colbie Young, a player with experience from several colleges, as a fourth-round pick to help outside receiver positions.
  • Free agents like Deebo Samuel, Curtis Samuel, and Hunter Renfrow are possible options to improve the team’s wide receiver depth.
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