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Stephen A. Smith: Bengals' Struggles Just an Anomaly

9/10/2025

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Stephen A. Smith views the Bengals' Week 1 offensive issues as an anomaly.
The 2025 NFL season has begun, with playoff projections from ESPN's Football Power Index.
The Buffalo Bills hold a 90% chance for AFC playoffs, followed by the Ravens at 83% and Chargers at 77%.
The Eagles lead NFC playoff odds at 80%, with the Buccaneers at 79% and Packers at 78%.
Teams starting 0-1 can still make the playoffs, while some 1-0 teams may not.

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Stephen A. Smith views the Bengals' Week 1 offensive issues as an anomaly.
The 2025 NFL season has begun, with playoff projections from ESPN's Football Power Index.
The Buffalo Bills hold a 90% chance for AFC playoffs, followed by the Ravens at 83% and Chargers at 77%.
The Eagles lead NFC playoff odds at 80%, with the Buccaneers at 79% and Packers at 78%.
Teams starting 0-1 can still make the playoffs, while some 1-0 teams may not.