The Cincinnati Bengals were at 1-4 at one point in the season. They struggled to generate wins despite having the league leader in passing yards, receiving yards, and sacks. Despite those misfortunes, the Bengals still have a shot at making the playoffs. However, they would need other outcomes to clinch a postseason berth.
FanDuel Sportsbook pointed out that the Bengals must win all three remaining games to keep their hopes alive. They will host the Cleveland Browns in Week 16 and the Denver Broncos in Week 17 before visiting the Pittsburgh Steelers for their season finale.
In addition to sweeping their schedule, the Bengals are alive if the Broncos lose their last two games. After dropping a 34-27 decision against the Los Angeles Chargers, the Broncos will visit the Bengals and host the Kansas City Chiefs.
The Bengals still have a chance to make the playoffs
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The Bengals also need the Indianapolis Colts and the Miami Dolphins to lose at least one game each. The Colts have three games left, starting with their Week 16 showdown against the Tennessee Titans. Indianapolis will visit the New York Giants in Week 17 and the Jacksonville Jaguars the following week.
Meanwhile, the Dolphins will host the San Francisco 49ers in Week 16 before visiting the Browns (Week 17) and the New York Jets (Week 18).
-Lance Fernandez