Bengals Seek Bounceback Victory Against Struggling Jets Amid NFL Season

Joe Flacco, now starting for the Cincinnati Bengals, has shown solid performance with 342 yards and three touchdowns in a recent win, after a challenging stint with the New York Jets where he struggled with a 1-8 record as a starter. The Bengals, led offensively by star receiver Ja'Marr Chase who is leading the NFL with 58 catches, are facing the Jets, who remain winless at 0-7, with uncertainty at quarterback between Justin Fields and Tyrod Taylor as their coach has not yet announced the starter. The Bengals’ defense features key players like all-pro Trey Hendrickson, who leads the team in sacks, and cornerbacks Cam Taylor-Britt and DJ Turner, who excels in pass breakups. The Jets' offensive line has rookie guards struggling, impacting running back Chase Brown’s production, who despite a slow start, recently had a 100-yard game. The Bengals have the edge historically in their series, particularly at home, winning six straight regular-season meetings in Cincinnati. Both teams prepare for a competitive game with Bengals aiming to reach a .500 record while the Jets seek their first win of the season.