The NFL, unlike the NBA, is not a weak-link sport. Quarterbacks can cover several flaws on a roster, outsourcing defenses and making up for others' mistakes. However, the offensive line often follows that paradigm.

The Cincinnati Bengals , with superstar quarterback Joe Burrow and a roster that has consistently let him down, add credence to that theory. After the defense managed to take Burrow out of playoff contention, it's easy to bill a potential Trey Hendrickson-less pass rush or a poor run defense as the team's biggest issue.

On the other side of the ball, though, the front five could give Burrow more trouble. With Pro Football Focus placing them last in the league, the Bengals ' offensive line ranking could spoil the 2025 season.

"The Bengals ranked 29th in both PFF pass-blo

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