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Bengals' Run Game Struggles: Time for a Reassessment?

9/23/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Bengals’ run game ranks last in the National Football League (NFL), averaging 2.4 yards per carry.
In three games they’ve totaled 147 rushing yards, including Chase Brown’s 3 yards on 10 carries in a 41-10 loss.
Taylor and Offensive Coordinator Dan Pitcher call for a reassessment of the run plan ahead of the next game vs. the Denver Broncos.

History

Historical Context

In 1978, the NFL implemented the "Hail Mary" rule, encouraging longer passing plays and diminishing the emphasis on traditional running games. This shift is evident in the Cincinnati Bengals' performance, averaging only 2.4 yards per carry and accumulating just 147 rushing yards over three games, reflecting a broader trend in the league towards prioritizing aerial offenses over effective running strategies.

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Story summary

The Bengals’ run game ranks last in the National Football League (NFL), averaging 2.4 yards per carry.
In three games they’ve totaled 147 rushing yards, including Chase Brown’s 3 yards on 10 carries in a 41-10 loss.
Taylor and Offensive Coordinator Dan Pitcher call for a reassessment of the run plan ahead of the next game vs. the Denver Broncos.

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