New Hope: Cincinnati Bengals Face Six-Day Challenge to Revive Their Season

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CINCINNATI — A Season on the Line: Bengals Look to Rewrite the Script

The 2024 season has been a rollercoaster for the Cincinnati Bengals. Sitting at 6-8, they face a pivotal stretch beginning with Sunday’s showdown against the Cleveland Browns. Despite their struggles, the Bengals still have a shot at the postseason.

A win on Sunday would mark their first season sweep of the Browns since 2017, a feat neither Joe Burrow nor Zac Taylor has achieved. It would also mean three consecutive wins—a streak that has eluded Cincinnati this year.

More than just a rivalry, Sunday’s game represents an opportunity to keep their playoff hopes alive. The Bengals need a victory to set up a meaningful Week 17 clash against the 9-6 Denver Broncos on Saturday, Dec. 28. A win there would not only extend their streak but also give them their first triumph over a winning team this season.

Amid the chaos and heartbreak of a frustrating year, the Bengals have found themselves with a chance—one that hinges on these next six days.

If Cincinnati can go 2-0 in this stretch, their regular-season finale against Pittsburgh could determine their fate. However, even if they finish 9-8, their playoff aspirations will still depend on a few outcomes: the Broncos losing in Week 18, and the Dolphins and Colts each dropping at least one of their remaining games.

For now, the focus is singular: handle business at Paycor Stadium on Sunday. These six days will define the Bengals’ season, beginning with a fight to keep their dreams alive.