The Cincinnati Bengals are a tough team to project in 2020.
Few franchises typically sit in such a unique position. A coaching staff that just went 2-14 gets a second year with a No. 1 overall pick under center, returning players from injury and an overhauled roster after big spending.
So when it comes to projections — let’s get bold.
A.J. Green gets in 10-plus games
Cincinnati Bengals At Cleveland Browns 12 8 2019
This one is a cross-the-fingers sort of affair.
Green, after all, hasn’t played in more than 10 games in a season since 2017. But last year had the feel of a freak accident at Welcome Stadium in Dayton, the sort of circumstances that just won’t happen again. And if we’re being honest, it’s no surprise Green didn’t end up coming back last year.
But now? This feels like Green’s last big chance at another contract. He’s got a promising rookie under center and he’s had a full season and offseason to get right.