The Cincinnati Bengals find themselves at 0-2 once again, following losses to Cleveland and Baltimore in the first two weeks of the season. This situation is reminiscent of 2022 when the Bengals also started 0-2 after facing the Steelers and Cowboys. However, this time, both losses have come against divisional opponents.
Despite Joe Burrow tweaking his calf during Sunday's game, the quarterback remains confident that the Bengals can climb back to the top of the AFC. In his postgame press conference, Burrow expressed his disappointment with the 0-2 start but emphasized the team's determination to bounce back.
Burrow acknowledged that missing training camp in recent years as the starting quarterback has affected their ability to get off to a fast start. He believes they haven't performed well enough to win these games and must find ways to make crucial plays in order to secure victories. Given the competitiveness of AFC North teams, every possession becomes crucial, and the Bengals need to capitalize on their opportunities.
In Week 2, Burrow showed improvement from Week 1, completing 27-of-41 passes for 222 yards with two touchdowns and one interception. Despite his calf issue, Burrow will have an additional day to heal as the Bengals have a Monday night game against the Rams in Week 3. Burrow maintains his confidence in his teammates and hopes to see how his calf feels in the upcoming days.
Overall, the Bengals are determined to overcome their 0-2 start, learning from their mistakes and working towards a successful season.
