The Cincinnati Bengals are sitting pretty at 1-0 after kicking off their season with a thrilling 33-27 victory over Tampa Bay. What a way to start, right? But don’t let that record fool you, because their Week 2 road trip to Houston against the Texans is shaping up to be a completely different animal, and Vegas doesn’t believe the Bengals can keep the good times rolling.
Underdog Status: A Shocker?
Despite that impressive win to open the season, the Bengals are already listed as three-point underdogs heading into their first road game. Houston, on the other hand, is rolling into this matchup at 0-1 after narrowly falling at home to Buffalo in Week 1. You’ve got an undefeated team hitting the road to face a team that just lost, yet the odds say the Bengals are the ones with something to prove. Why? The Texans came into this season hyped as one of the top playoff contenders in the entire AFC. This isn’t just any 0-1 team.
What’s on the Line in the Lone Star State
This isn’t just a regular season game, it’s a statement game for both sides. The Bengals are hunting for an impressive 2-0 start, something that would send a clear message across the league. But the Texans are desperate to avoid that dreaded 0-2 hole, especially at home. Remember that 2012 AFC Wild Card playoff game where the Texans took down the Bengals 31-10? While that’s ancient history, the stakes are high this Sunday. Will the Bengals defy the odds and prove Vegas wrong, or will the Texans solidify their contender status and push Cincinnati back down to earth? This Sunday is going to be a must-watch to see who comes out on top.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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