3 critical Bengals roster battles to watch in preseason game vs. Commanders

The preseason football games don't count, but for the players fighting for a roster spot and snaps, it means everything. The Cincinnati Bengals have several roster battles that need to play out over the next two games. And, it's not hyperbole to say that those decisions could shape the fate of their season. The offensive line remains on shaky ground. The questions surrounding the defense continue to swirl after a lackluster performance against Philadelphia's backup offense. Furthermore, there's one aspect of the game that has almost gone completely ignored, despite rule changes that will undoubtedly affect outcomes in 2025. Here are three roster battles that we are looking forward to watching when the Bengals take on the Washington Commanders on Monday Night Football, which will directly affect all three phases of Cincinnati's team. Will the real right guard please stand up? Can someone step up other than Lucas Patrick? The Bengals need to come out of the second preseason game with a clear and undeniable pla