The AFC North looked to be one of the toughest divisions at the start of the season—and that’s exactly how it has played out. Every misstep for Joe Burrow’s Cincinnati Bengals pushed them further from contention, and their latest home loss to the New England Patriots seems to have sealed their fate.

While the NFL’s official site still gives them a 1% chance of making the playoffs, the reality is that this scenario puts them closer to planning for next season rather than chasing a potential Wild Card spot.

Undoubtedly, Burrow’s early-season injury played a significant role in keeping this team out of contention. His highly anticipated return has fans and analysts buzzing with the possibility that the Bengals could make a big splash.

The dream of returning to the Super Bowl is slipping fu

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