The worst loss of the Zac Taylor era took place on Sunday at the hands of the New York Jets, 39-38. The Bengals were in control for three quarters until disaster struck in the fourth quarter as the Jets scored touchdowns on their final three possessions and added a go-ahead two-point conversion to stun Cincinnati at home. Defensively, Al Golden's group has been an embarrassment, allowing 27 points in seven games this season. They consistently miss tackles, use poor angles when defending, and they can't stop the run or rush the passer. If this wasn't bad enough, there's no influx of talent coming in 2025 to save them. Taylor and Golden have a tough job in front of them to right a sinking ship with nine games left, with the only silver lining being how dreadful the rest of the AFC North is a
Lack of Defensive Talent Is Derailing Another Bengals Season
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