NFL insider calls for Joe Burrow's Bengals to poach New York Jets star | Credits: Getty
There was a lot of optimism surrounding the Cincinnati Bengals, given the state of their offense and the marginal moves they made in the offseason. The Bengals have not exactly tightened their purse strings when it comes to spending on defense. Per Over The Cap's numbers, Cincinnati spent the fourth-highest amount on defense, totaling $112,828,951.
However, that number has not helped the Bengals as they head into Week 16 with a 6-8 record. As things stand, they are on the outside looking in when it comes to the AFC Playoff Picture. However, NFL insider Albert Breer has one way to ensure the Bengals don't have to be in the same situation next year. In his weekly mailbag, Breer gave the Bengals some advice on how to turn things around:
