The Philadelphia Eagles' recent victory over the Kansas City Chiefs offers a blueprint for the Cincinnati Bengals as they aim for Super Bowl contention. Key takeaways include enhancing their rushing game and improving defensive performance. Despite a strong passing offense led by Joe Burrow and Ja'Marr Chase, the Bengals must bolster their running attack, potentially using the deep running back class in the upcoming draft. Chase Brown showed promise, but pairing him with physical runners like Quinshon Judkins or Treyveon Henderson could provide a more balanced offense.

Defensively, the Bengals have struggled, finishing near the bottom in yards and points allowed. The hiring of defensive coordinator Al Golden is a step forward, but the team must focus on solidifying its front four, particularly after losing DJ Reader and Jessie Bates. Retaining key players like Trey Hendrickson and Joseph Ossai will be crucial. Additionally, addressing linebacker depth and secondary injuries can help create more opportunities for Burrow's offense, crucial for their Super Bowl aspirations.