Cincinnati is 2-0, an early season start they’ve definitely struggled to pull off in recent years. But if you think quarterback Joe Burrow is celebrating that, you don’t know Joe. He’s already laser-focused on what’s next, sending a clear message to anyone listening.
Nobody’s Satisfied, Not Even at 2-0
Yeah, the Bengals are rolling. They just clocked the Houston Texans 20-6 on the road after their season-opening win against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. You’d think that’d get some high-fives and victory laps, especially after those past seasons where getting out of the gate strong felt impossible. Not from Burrow. He sent a clear message through FOX19’s Jeremy Rauch: “2-0 is not going to get anything done in this league. We’ve got to keep going.” That’s the kind of ruthless focus that puts a whole division on notice.
Defense Steps Up, Burrow Still Grinding
The win over Houston wasn’t just about Burrow, though he did his part, completing 20 of 31 passes for 207 yards and two touchdowns. What really stands out is that rejuvenated defense. They absolutely shut down the Texans, holding them without a single touchdown, allowing just 60 rushing yards, and forcing them into a miserable 5-of-17 on third downs. That’s lockdown stuff! Even after a performance like that, Burrow was still talking about improvement. “We’re going to keep getting better,” he said, per the Bengals’ official site. “It was a great win, we did some good things, but there’s a lot to learn from.” It’s like he’s already moved on to the next play.
So what’s next for this focused Bengals squad? They hit the road again for Week 3, heading into their first AFC North game of the season against the Pittsburgh Steelers. A win there pushes them to 3-0 and snags an early divisional victory. With Burrow’s mindset leading the charge, you know they’re not just looking for a win; they’re looking to dominate and prove that 2-0 really is just the beginning.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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