NFL Team That Missed The Playoffs Is Somehow Favored To Win 15 Of 17 Games In 2026 — How Did This Happen?

The Cincinnati Bengals missed the playoffs last NFL season, finishing 6-11. That usually leaves everyone feeling hopeless heading into a new year. Instead, the Bengals now sit near the top of the league in projected expectations for 2026.

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