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ArticleWhat will the NFL standings look like in 2026?September 7, 2026

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Much of Cincy's success will hinge on two things: Joe Burrow's health and the defense. An average defense will get them back to the playoffs.

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Burrow's health critical to Bengals' playoff return projection.

Joe Burrow's health is identified as one of two key factors determining the Bengals' 2026 success (the other being defense); the source projects Cincinnati to finish 10-7 and notes that 'an average defense will get them back to the playoffs' with Burrow's 'powerful offense' doing the rest.