The heartbeat of a city pulses through the spirals of its quarterback. In Cincinnati, that rhythm is set by Joe Burrow , a maestro whose symphony of precision has often been played behind a fragile curtain and to the defensive accompaniment of a struggling orchestra. On ESPN’s Get Up , analyst Ryan Clark painted a stark picture of the challenge ahead for Cincinnati , emphasizing the defensive woes that have plagued the team. “We’ve watched people run for more miles against the Cincinnati Bengals than David Goggins,” Clark stated bluntly. His critique cut to the core of the issue, pointing directly at the unresolved contract stalemate with the team’s defensive anchor.

“If you’re Joe Burrow, the reason you are out in preseason is because you know you have to score 40.” Clark’

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