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ArticleTiering the AFC by who the Chiefs should fear the mostOctober 15, 2026

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Their offense remains elite with quarterback Joe Burrow, and wideouts Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. However, their linebacker and safety play are still dreadful and I don't think they can mitigate that for three postseason games.

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Burrow's elite offense could merit Tier 1, but defense limits playoff upside.

Joe Burrow remains the anchor of Cincinnati's elite offense, which the source argues could merit Tier 1 consideration; however, the Bengals' linebacker and safety play are dreadful and unlikely to be mitigated over three postseason games.