<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cincinnati-bengals" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cincinnati Bengals</a></strong> are eliminated from <strong>NFL</strong> playoffs contention, but as they prepare to face the <strong>Miami Dolphins</strong>, they are still trying to win games. A key part of that team is wide receiver <strong>Tee Higgins</strong>, who has been dealing with concussions. </p>



<p>According to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network, <strong>Tee Higgins is active and will play against the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/miami-dolphins" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Dolphins</a>. The wideout cleared concussion protocol</strong>, but the Bengals had Higgins meet with the renowned concussion expert, Dr. Micky Collins, to confirm clearance. The franchise wants its wide receiver healthy and at a 100%.</p>



<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tee-higgins" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Higgins</a> has been concussed twice already this season unfortunately</strong>. In the end, Higgins is a contested-catch receiver, so many of his targets are physically tough to handle. Many times, the aftermath is going down to the ground completely unprotected, and that is a dangerous thing.</p>



<h2>Higgins might be a top 10 receiver in football</h2>



<p>Tee Higgins plays as WR2 on the Bengals. The reason is he might have the best wideout in football as his teammate in Ja’Marr Chase. However, Higgins’ talent is other-worldly. <strong>He is arguably a top 10 wideout in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a></strong>.</p>



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<p>Higgins could be WR1 in 90% of the franchises easily. In fact, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/joe-burrow" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Joe Burrow</a> trusts him almost blindly. <strong>While Chase is the one getting more targets, it’s Higgins the one getting the best one-on-one opportunities</strong>. When it’s time to go high, a 50-50 ball turns into a 70-30 in favor of Higgins.</p>


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<h2>It’s been tough for Cincy’s big three to remain healthy</h2>



<p>Burrow was injured for three months, then he came back and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jamarr-chase" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ja’Marr Chase</a> got suspended. Of course, Higgins has missed some games due to the concussions. <strong>It’s been tough for the Bengals to line up all three stars together this season</strong>.</p>



<p>This is a meaningless game for Cincinnati as it has no chance of going to the playoffs. In fact, <strong>the more games it loses, the better the draft pick it will get</strong>. However, it’s a tough game and tanking is just not part of the mentality of any player in the NFL.</p>

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<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/joe-burrow">Joe Burrow</a></strong> went through a very difficult week after he left the door open to leaving the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cincinnati-bengals">Bengals</a></strong> and possibly retiring. Days after those controversial comments, the quarterback admitted that he has thought about not playing football anymore.</p>



<p><em>“I mean, you think about it, but, you think about a lot of different things in your life just like everybody does. You think about all the possibilities that could happen. I’m going to be playing for a long time. I expect to play for a long time.”</em></p>



<p>Rumors have heated up after noticing a Burrow who appears tired of his situation with the Bengals and perhaps realizing that the team is far from being a <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a></strong> contender, especially due to its defense in recent years.</p>



<h2>Will Bengals trade Joe Burrow?</h2>



<p>The Cincinnati Bengals have no intention of trading Joe Burrow, and the noise surrounding the player has been fueled by the quarterback himself and his comments in press conferences. For example, in his most recent one, a reporter pointed out that Peyton Manning and Tom Brady left the Colts and the Patriots, respectively, and asked whether he could learn something from how their careers unfolded successfully with other franchises. <em>“Yeah. A lot of crazy things happen every year. Crazy things can happen.”</em></p>


        

        


<h2>Is Joe Burrow retiring?</h2>



<p>Joe Burrow is not retiring. The Cincinnati Bengals quarterback once again confirmed that he has no plans to leave football and expects to play for many more years at a high level in the league.</p>


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<p><em>“It feels like everybody’s trying to do everything in their power to make me not play football and I feel like I’m fighting it. Fighting everybody else. I just want to play ball. That’s all I want to do.”</em></p>



<h2>Is Joe Burrow leaving Bengals?</h2>



<p>Joe Burrow was emphatic when asked if there was any world in his mind where he is not the Bengals’ quarterback next year after all the rumors that have surfaced. <em>“I can’t see that. No.”</em></p>



<p>However, the warning sign for fans in Cincinnati came when the quarterback was asked if he had ever thought about not being the quarterback in that city during his career. <em>“You think about a lot of things.”</em></p>

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Joe Burrow talks about future with Bengals

Joe Burrow leaves Bengals’ future up in the air amid retirement rumors

<p>The <strong>Cincinnati Bengals</strong>‘ participation in this <strong>NFL</strong> season has finally come to an end. With three games remaining, <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/joe-burrow">Joe Burrow</a></strong>‘s team no longer has a chance to make the playoffs following its home loss to the <strong>Baltimore Ravens</strong>, and many are already starting to think about what’s ahead.</p>



<p>Burrow, the team’s main star, addressed the situation that led to his team’s elimination, making it clear that he holds nothing against his franchise: <em>“<strong>My comments had nothing to do with Cincinnati</strong>. My comments had to do with … football,”</em> he said via Paul Dehner Jr.</p>



<p>A few days ago, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/nfl-news-joe-burrow-sends-alarming-message-for-bengals-as-star-quarterback-confirms-hints-of-retirement-from-football">Burrow made some alarming comments for the Bengals organization</a>, hinting at a possible change in 2026. <em>“If I want to keep doing this, I have to have fun doing it.”</em></p>



<p><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cincinnati-bengals">Bengals</a> fans didn’t have fun on Sunday, but at least they heard their quarterback deny the idea of leaving the team even after a blowout loss. In his postgame press conference, Burrow said he still <strong>has a lot of confidence in the franchise to turn things around.</strong></p>



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<h2>What’s next for the Bengals?</h2>



<p>The Cincinnati Bengals finish their 2025 regular season with three matchups, which probably no longer carry much weight given <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/are-bengals-eliminated-from-2026-nfl-playoffs-after-loss-to-ravens-in-week-15">their early playoff elimination, after loss to Ravens.</a> They will first travel for a Week 16 contest against the Miami Dolphins in a challenging road environment. </p>


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<p>Following that trip, the team returns home to Paycor Stadium for its final two games, hosting the Arizona Cardinals in Week 17 and concluding the regular season with an AFC North divisional rivalry game against the Cleveland Browns. These final three games may help evaluate the team’s situation in the offseason.</p>

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Joe Burrow breaks silence on Bengals future

<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Baltimore Ravens</a></strong> left the <strong>Cincinnati Bengals</strong> in zero points in Week 15. After this dominant win, the AFC North is now looking more defined as a two-team race when it comes to the divisional title.</p>



<p>This is the AFC North standings right now:</p>



<ol><li>Pittsburgh Steelers (7-6)</li><li>Baltimore Ravens (7-7)</li><li><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cincinnati-bengals" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cincinnati Bengals</a> (4-10)</li><li>Cleveland Browns (3-11)</li></ol>



<p>The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Steelers</a> are yet to play their Week 15 game, which will be a Monday Night Football primetime game at home against the 6-7 Dolphins. <strong>For Baltimore, they need to pray that those Dolphins beat the Steelers to stay within distance</strong>. If that happens, the Steelers are still atop because of the tiebreaker, but the teams will face once again in Week 18, so the Ravens would be very alive.</p>



<h2>The Steelers losing is not as far-fetched as it looks</h2>



<p>Being at home against a team with a losing record should make things easier. However, there are two things to consider. One, the Steelers usually not win anything easy, all games are tight. Second, <strong>the Dolphins know how to run the ball and the Steelers are not having a great time stopping the run</strong>.</p>



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<p>The Steelers have allowed over 200 rushing yards the last two games. To make it worse, <strong>they won’t have star edge rusher TJ Watt, who suffered a collapsed lung in the middle of the week</strong>. </p>



<h2>The Ohio teams are eliminated</h2>



<p>Both Ohio teams in the AFC North are already looking for places to go and have their vacations. <strong>Both the Browns and Bengals have no chances to go to the playoffs</strong>, even if they win out the remaining games on their schedules.</p>



<p>Hence, this is a two-team race for the AFC North and the playoff spot.<strong> It’s going to be either the Ravens or the Steelers</strong>. Curiously enough, both teams are alive and have long-tenured coaches that might leave, even if they qualify for the playoffs.</p>

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AFC North standings and playoff picture updated after Bengals-Ravens in 2025 NFL Week 15 - Bolavip US

<p>It was too much to ask. After a horrendous season, the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cincinnati-bengals" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cincinnati Bengals</a></strong> needed to win out their schedule post their bye, and they just lost to the <strong>Baltimore Ravens</strong> in Week 15 after a dysmal performance. </p>



<p>With this loss,<strong> the Bengals are eliminated and won’t go to the playoffs</strong>. Mathematically, it’s impossible for them to win the AFC North, and that’s the only way they could have qualified for the postseason.</p>



<p>The Bengals didn’t score a single point during the game. It’s not like they were facing a tough defense. <strong>The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ravens</a> have the 24th-ranked defense in football, yet the Bengals couldn’t produce</strong>.</p>



<h2>What does this mean for the Ravens?</h2>



<p>As for the Ravens, <strong>their playoff chances increased to 44% </strong>and they’ll have to wait on the Steelers game on Monday Night Football to see how the divisional standings play out, but with the win, they put huge pressure on <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Pittsburgh</a>.</p>



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<p>The Ravens haven’t been good and are a very flawed team, but they must go to the playoffs. If not, the team would surely reconsider plenty of stuff, <strong>including a possible head coach change.</strong></p>


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<h2>The AFC North has been wildly disappointing</h2>



<p>Usually a very competitive and strong division, the AFC North has just been competitive this year. However, it’s a close division because of how bad the teams have looked. As of now, <strong>being one game over .500 is the best you can find in the division.</strong></p>



<p>At the beginning of the year, <strong>the Bengals and the Ravens were Super Bowl contenders, and the Steelers were poised for a huge season with Aaron Rodgers’ arrival</strong>. Now, any of the teams that win this division are looked like a possible one-and-done in the playoffs.</p>

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<p>The uncertainty among <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Baltimore Ravens</a></strong> fans is palpable. Their team hasn’t delivered stellar performances during the regular season, and with just three games remaining, they’re desperately hoping for a miracle to clinch a playoff spot. Their first challenge on this crucial path is facing the <strong>Cincinnati Bengals</strong>.</p>



<p><strong>If the Ravens lose to the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cincinnati-bengals" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bengals</a> this weekend in the 2025 NFL Week 15, their playoff chances plummet to a mere 17%.</strong> They’ll have to await the outcomes of other games, as these results could either bolster or further diminish their playoff prospects.</p>



<p>In this pressure-laden scenario, the Ravens will rely heavily on quarterback Lamar Jackson. He’s been pivotal in positively shifting the team’s mindset after a challenging start to the season, and <strong>he remains key to solidifying its chances for the remaining games.</strong></p>



<p>Conversely, the Bengals must consider various scenarios that could pave their way to the postseason. Their fanbase is particularly anxious <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/what-happens-if-bengals-lose-to-ravens-today-in-week-15-of-2025-nfl-season" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">about the consequences of a loss to the Ravens</a>, dreading a repeat of last season’s disappointments.</strong></p>



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<h2>Ravens face uncertainty with three key players against Bengals</h2>



<p>Among the roster concerns for Baltimore, three players have emerged as pivotal uncertainties for fans. According to the latest injury report on <strong><a href="https://www.baltimoreravens.com/team/injury-report/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">the team’s official website</a></strong>,<strong> the Ravens have listed the following players as questionable:</strong></p>


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<ul><li>Rashod Bateman – WR</li><li>Tavius Robinson – OLB</li><li>Ar’Darius Washington – S</li></ul>



<p>With these players’ statuses up in the air, the fanbase anxiously anticipates the rest of the roster stepping up against the Bengals, <strong>hoping for a victory that will keep playoff dreams alive.</strong></p>

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<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/joe-burrow">Joe Burrow</a></strong> has sparked a wave of uncertainty after expressing that he is not happy with his current situation with the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cincinnati-bengals">Cincinnati Bengals</a></strong>. The quarterback hinted that football is very draining when he constantly has to deal with injuries and issues on and off the field.</p>



<p>As expected, trade rumors exploded across the national media. Suddenly, if Matthew Stafford retires, the Rams were mentioned as a possible destination, and hypothetical trades were also discussed. For example, the 49ers giving up Brock Purdy and other pieces in exchange for Burrow.</p>



<p>Obviously, even though the Browns and the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers">Pittsburgh Steelers</a></strong> need a quarterback for the future, that would be impossible since they are in the AFC North. Therefore, if the star were to want out of Cincinnati, the NFC would be a better alternative.</p>



<h2>Will Joe Burrow be traded?</h2>



<p>Joe Burrow would not be traded by the Bengals, according to a report from Dianna Russini. <em>“Naturally, when executives and coaches around the league heard about a frustrated-sounding Joe Burrow, the same question floated around: ‘Does he want out of Cincinnati?’ The answer is no, I’m told.”</em></p>


        

        


<p>Russini says that Burrow’s frustration is because he wants to win a Super Bowl, so his statement could be a wake-up call for the team’s front office. <em>“Everyone is being a little dramatic. This isn’t mental health, this isn’t depression, this is I want to win. He’s a serial killer. Nothing matters to him but playing this game and winning a Super Bowl.”</em></p>



<p>If the information is true, rumors about a possible blockbuster trade or an early retirement are over. Burrow simply wants help to be able to lead the franchise to a championship. The problem is that, with his salary and those of Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, the situation is complicated, especially with poor drafts on defense.</p>


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Joe Burrow has reportedly made final decision on requesting trade

<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/joe-burrow">Joe Burrow</a></strong> set off alarms for the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cincinnati-bengals">Cincinnati Bengals</a></strong> by admitting that he might not be happy playing football. As expected, the quarterback’s comments have sparked many rumors about a possible early retirement.</p>



<p><em>“If I want to keep doing this, I have to have fun doing it. I’ve been through a lot and, if it’s not fun, then what am I doing it for? I’m not sure there was a singular moment of time, it’s just reflection on a lot of things that I’ve done and I’ve been through in my career. I’ve been through more than most and it’s certainly not easy on the brain or the body. So, I’m just trying to have fun doing it again.”</em></p>



<p>Burrow seemed destined to become a legend after reaching the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a></strong> in just his second season. However, due to injuries and a poorly built Bengals roster, the last few years have been completely disappointing.</p>



<h2>Is Joe Burrow retiring?</h2>



<p>Joe Burrow is not retiring at the moment, but, judging by his words, the possibility seems to exist. The quarterback admitted that he is frustrated by many things happening in his life on and off the field.</p>


        

        


<p><em>“There’s just a lot of things going on right now. All the above (football related and personal things). All we can do is focus week to week trying to win games. I don’t think anybody is really thinking about the playoffs right now. That’s within reach, but, on our finger tips. So, we just got to keep doing what we’re doing and try to get better.”</em></p>



<p>Burrow’s situation has brought back memories of what happened with Andrew Luck and the Indianapolis Colts. The extraordinary Stanford prospect was a fantastic player, but for very similar reasons, he retired at just 29 years old.</p>


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Joe Burrow sends alarming message for Bengals as star quarterback hints retirement

<p>A key development in the current <strong>NFL</strong> regular season is that no organization has yet secured a playoff berth. Meanwhile, several teams have been eliminated from postseason contention, and the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cincinnati-bengals" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cincinnati Bengals</a></strong> and <strong>Baltimore Ravens</strong> are still on the race for securing a spot in the playoffs.</p>



<p>The significance of this Week 15 matchup is immense for both fanbases. If the Bengals lose to the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ravens</a> today, <strong>their hopes for playoff contention will be effectively crushed.</strong></p>



<p><strong>A loss would give the Bengals less than a 1% chance of making the playoffs</strong>, compared to a 2% chance if they secure a victory today. A win would lift their hopes slightly, boosting their playoff odds to a mere 5%.</p>



<p>Although <strong>the Bengals face uncertainty in their quest to climb the standings and reach the playoffs</strong>, other factors must also align among teams vying for a postseason spot in this <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a></strong> season.</p>



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<h2>Two Bengals players expected to be sidelined today</h2>



<p>With some concerns from fans regarding player availability, recent injury report reveal uncertainty about the status of a few players.<strong> Notably, two players will be missed for this game due to varying issues.</strong></p>


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<p>Tee Higgins will be sidelined due to a concussion, as well as Shemar Stewart who is dealing with a knee injury, <strong>posing a significant challenge for Cincinnati in Week 15 in the NFL.</strong></p>



<h2>The Bengals face an additional challenge</h2>



<p>Over and above their current performance and potential roster constraints, the Bengals confront a challenging situation with a key player. <strong>Joe Burrow has expressed concerns about his status for the game and his future in the NFL.</strong></p>



<p>“<em>If I want to keep doing this, I have to have fun doing it. <strong>I have been through a lot. If it’s not fun, then what am I doing it for?</strong>“</em> Burrow shared with the media during a press conference ahead of the critical game against the Ravens.</p>

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<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cincinnati-bengals" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cincinnati Bengals</a></strong> are still alive in the 2025 NFL season. Unfortunately, they have delivered <strong>tough news to <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/joe-burrow" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Joe Burrow</a></strong> about a <strong>key teammate</strong> that may reduce their chances of reaching the playoffs.</p>



<p>According to the <strong><a href="https://www.nfl.com/standings/playoff-picture" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL Playoff Picture</a></strong>, the <strong>Bengals still have a 1% chance</strong> of advancing to the postseason. Obviously, it is not an ideal scenario, but their season is not over yet.</p>



<p>Unfortunately, Cincinnati now faces a new problem in this late playoff push. <strong>Trey Hendrickson</strong>, the team’s <strong>star pass rusher</strong>, has been dealing with an injury that is now expected to <strong>sideline him for the rest of the regular season</strong>.</p>



<h2>Trey Hendrickson to miss the rest of the 2025 regular season</h2>



<p>Earlier this year, the Bengals gave Trey Hendrickson a <strong>one-year, $29 million deal</strong> to keep him for the 2025 season. Unfortunately, the <strong>move did not pay off</strong>, as the defensive end has not played at the level the team expected.</p>



<p>Hendrickson has appeared in only seven games this season, recording <strong>four sacks, 16 combined tackles, and three tackles for loss</strong>. Those numbers have fallen short of what the Bengals’ defense needed from the four-time Pro Bowler.</p>



<p>Now, things have worsened for Cincinnati. Hendrickson has dealt with <strong>hip and pelvis injuries</strong> throughout the season, and reports indicate his campaign has come to an end.</p>


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<p>NFL Media’s Ian Rapoport reported that <strong>Trey Hendrickson underwent core muscle surgery on Tuesday morning</strong>. His <strong>recovery timeline is six weeks</strong>, and with the regular season ending in four weeks, he is expected to miss the remainder of the year.</p>



<p>While Hendrickson could technically return for the playoffs, the Bengals’ slim 1% playoff odds and his absence on the field raise the possibility that <strong>he has already played his final game with the AFC North club</strong>.</p>


        

        

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<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Baltimore Ravens</a></strong> and the <strong>Pittsburgh Steelers</strong> faced off in a key divisional matchup. Following their duel, a <strong>lot changed in the AFC North standings</strong> and the <strong>2025 NFL Playoff picture</strong>.</p>



<p>Week 14 featured a historic <strong>AFC North rivalry</strong> between the Ravens and the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Steelers</a></strong>. Both teams entered the game needing a win, as a loss would directly impact their playoff chances.</p>



<p>Neither Baltimore nor Pittsburgh has been outstanding this season. However, <strong>both remain in playoff contention</strong>, and the outcome of their Week 14 matchup significantly changed the outlook for each club.</p>



<h2>AFC North standings after Week 14</h2>



<p>All AFC North teams played during the first window of Week 14. Due to the results of each game, especially the Ravens loss’ to the Steelers, <strong>several changes occurred in the division standings</strong>.</p>



<ol><li>Pittsburgh Steelers (7-6)</li><li>Baltimore Ravens (6-7)</li><li>Cincinnati Bengals (4-9)</li><li>Cleveland Browns (3-10)</li></ol>



<h2>Playoff picture after Ravens vs. Steelers Week 14 game</h2>


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<p>With the <strong>Ravens losing to the Steelers</strong>, Baltimore surrendered its spot as the AFC North leader. Pittsburgh reclaimed the division lead, <strong>improving to a 7-6 record</strong> after Week 14.</p>



<p>With <strong>some Week 14 games still remaining</strong>, the AFC Playoff picture currently looks like this:</p>



<p><strong>Divisional Round</strong></p>



<ul><li>1st Seed – New England Patriots</li></ul>



<p><strong>Wild Card Round</strong></p>



<ul><li>Indianapolis Colts (7th) at Denver Broncos (2nd)</li><li>Los Angeles Chargers (6th) at Jacksonville Jaguars (3rd)</li><li>Buffalo Bills (5th) at Pittsburgh Steelers (4th)</li></ul>


        

        

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<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cincinnati-bengals" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cincinnati Bengals</a></strong> were winning comfortably against the <strong>Buffalo Bills</strong> until the last few minutes of the game. However, a loss is a loss. With this result, are the Bengals eliminated from the <strong>NFL</strong> playoffs?</p>



<p>According to <a href="https://www.nfl.com/standings/playoff-picture">NFL Next Gen Stats</a>, <strong>by losing this game, the Bengals have a 1% chance of making the playoffs</strong>. This means they are not yet eliminated, but there’s literally a 99% chance that the Bengals miss the postseason.</p>



<p>This one is a stinker for Cincinnati, as it led the game all the way until the last few minutes. The Bengals started the game really strong, scoring three touchdowns in quick fashion, but <strong>then they were somewhat neutralized</strong>.</p>



<h2>This loss falls on Burrow, usually the Bengals’ hero</h2>



<p>Usually, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/joe-burrow" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Joe Burrow</a> is Superman and then some for the Cincinnati Bengals. In the end, he threw for four touchdowns today. Nevertheless, <strong>two costly, consecutive interceptions (including a pick six) and a fumble on a 2-pt conversion allowed Buffalo to come back</strong>. Those alone ended up as 14 points for the Bills and two less points for the Bengals. </p>



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<p>The Bengals never thought the reason for their demise was going to be Burrow. However, that’s <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> football for you. Even the biggest talents in the NFL will get some bad reps, and <strong>it was Burrow’s turn to have a bitter performance late in the fourth.</strong></p>


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<h2>Josh Allen was too much for the Bengals defense</h2>



<p>Josh Allen took some time to get into rhythm, but <strong>he is as clutch as any player in the NFL</strong>. Not only that, he turned into an actual superhero scoring with incredible passes, huge runs, and taking care of the football in the process. He is the sole reason the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/buffalo-bills" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bills</a> were able to win the game.</p>



<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/josh-allen" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Allen</a> ended completing 22-28 passes for 251 yards, three touchdowns and running for 78 yards on nine carries and one touchdown</strong>. He showed he is the reigning MVP for a reason.</p>

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<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cincinnati-bengals" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cincinnati Bengals</a></strong> are one of the teams that are still trying to push of a playoffs spot, but face a tough task when visiting the <strong>Buffalo Bills</strong>. This Week 14 matchup is one of the best on the slate, but what happens if the Bengals lose?</p>



<p>The Bengals are looking for a miracle, as they have a 3% of chances to go to the playoffs. However, <strong>if they lose, their chances dim to just 1%, making it pretty much impossible to go to the playoffs.</strong></p>



<p>With <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/joe-burrow" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Joe Burrow</a> back, everything is possible for this team. But also, the defense has played great in the last two weeks. If the Bengals manage to be a complete team from here until the end of the season, <strong>they could potentially be a serious threat in the playoffs.</strong></p>



<h2>Zac Taylor might lose his job if Bengals miss the playoffs</h2>



<p>This is an uber-talented offense to miss the playoffs again. Taylor has been the head coach of the Bengals since 2019, and <strong>he’s made the playoffs just twice in seven seasons</strong>. Yes, both times were long playoff runs, one was a Super Bowl loss and the other was an AFC Championship game. Still, having Joe Burrow, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jamarr-chase" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ja’Marr Chase</a>, Tee Higgins and all that talent and miss the playoffs constantly could cost Taylor his head coaching job.</p>



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<p>Taylor’s coaching ability has been questioned for a long time. <strong>Some say he is a coach that has been saved by Burrow and the talents on offense</strong>, while others say his inability to fix clear issues like the offensive line and defense fall strictly on his shoulders. <strong>The fact of the matter is Taylor might be in the hot seat</strong>.</p>


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<h2>Burrow has gotten the better of Josh Allen</h2>



<p>On a positive note for the Bengals, Joe Burrow and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/josh-allen" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Josh Allen</a> have previously faced each other. <strong>Burrow has a 2-1 record over Allen</strong>. The Bengals beat the Bills in the AFC Divisional game in 2022 on the road, and in 2021, too. </p>



<p>Josh Allen only beat Burrow once. It was the infamous game where safety Damar Hamlin suffered an on-field medical emergency. That game was later ruled official by the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a>. Hence, <strong>Bengals fans should be positive that they can beat the</strong> <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/buffalo-bills" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong>Bills</strong></a>.</p>

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<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a></strong> Week 14 signals that the final stretch of the regular season is underway, as teams still in contention begin to see their fates take shape, while others have already been eliminated from playoff dispute. The <strong>Buffalo Bills</strong> face a tough matchup against the <strong>Cincinnati Bengals</strong>, a game that could significantly impact the destiny of both teams.</p>



<p>Lately, the AFC East has effectively split in two. Both the Patriots and the Bills quickly pulled away from the Dolphins and Jets, with the top two battling for division supremacy. However, <strong>a couple of stumbles by Sean McDermott’s squad have allowed New England to pull significantly ahead.</strong></p>



<p>Currently sitting at 8-4, <strong>Bills Mafia holds second place behind the New England Patriots,</strong> who will have a bye week this weekend. Can <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/josh-allen">Josh Allen</a> and company close the gap?</p>



<h2>What happens if the Bills lose to the Bengals?</h2>



<p>According to the <em><a href="https://www.nfl.com/standings/playoff-picture">NFL’s official site</a></em>, if the Bills lose to the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 14, <strong>their chances of making the postseason drop to 75%</strong>. While their hopes remain alive, they will need to make a significant comeback starting next weekend.</p>



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<p>A completely different scenario would emerge if <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/sean-mcdermott">Sean McDermott</a> leads his team to a victory. In that case, <strong>the chances of securing a Wild Card spot would rise to 95%, practically paving the way for the postseason.</strong></p>


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<h2>The final stretch for the Bills</h2>



<p>The Buffalo Bills face a gauntlet of crucial matchups that <strong>will define their push for a 2025 playoff berth.</strong> The team begins this decisive stretch at home in Week 14 against the Cincinnati Bengals, a game with major AFC seeding implications. </p>



<p>They then travel to Foxborough to take on the New England Patriots, where a divisional win is paramount. A challenging road contest against the defensive-minded Cleveland Browns follows, setting up a critical home clash with the Philadelphia Eagles. </p>



<p>The <strong>Bills will close out their regular season at Highmark Stadium against the division-rival New York Jets</strong>, a game that is highly likely to have direct playoff consequences. Securing victories in these key contests is essential for Buffalo to punch their ticket to the postseason.</p>


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<p>The <strong>NFL</strong> season is slowly entering its defining stretch, making every win crucial for teams with playoff aspirations. The <strong>Buffalo Bills</strong>, featuring offensive standouts like <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/josh-allen">Josh Allen</a></strong> and <strong>Dalton Kincaid</strong>, face a must-win matchup against the <strong>Cincinnati Bengals</strong> in Orchard Park to stay within reach in the AFC East.</p>



<p>Pulling off a game as tough as this one requires every weapon available — and ideally, all of them at full strength. That’s why having Dalton Kincaid available would be crucial for head coach <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/sean-mcdermott">Sean McDermott</a>.</p>



<p>Although the powerful tight end was listed as questionable for Sunday with knee and hamstring injuries, according to information shared by insider Ian Rapoport on his X account, <strong>Kincaid is officially active, meaning he will be available to the coaching staff if needed.</strong></p>



<h2>Kincaid’s impact on the Bills this season</h2>



<p>As the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> season progresses, Dalton Kincaid continues to solidify his role as a pivotal weapon for the Buffalo Bills. The tight end is having a highly productive stretch, <strong>currently boasting 29 receptions for 448 yards and 4 touchdowns. </strong></p>



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<p>This impressive run is highlighted by an outstanding average of 15.4 yards per reception, showcasing his effectiveness at creating explosive plays and stretching the field. Kincaid’s season performance demonstrates his ongoing <strong>evolution into one of the league’s most reliable and dynamic pass-catchers.</strong></p>


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<h2>Bills dreaming of a playoff run</h2>



<p>While it may seem like the AFC East is headed toward the Patriots, the Bills are still holding on to their hopes of securing a playoff spot. According to the <em><a href="https://www.nfl.com/standings/playoff-picture">NFL’s official site</a></em>, <strong>a win over the Bengals at home would give Buffalo a 95% chance of reaching the postseason</strong> — but a loss would drop those odds to 75%.</p>

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