Bengals Offense: Shifting to Under-Center Action

0:00From the Daily News Now Network, this is NFL News Today, subscribe to keep up with every headline, every game. The Cincinnati Bengals' offense has been one of the NFL's best since Joe Burrow arrived in 2020, but lately they struggled to hit big plays. On early downs, offensive coordinator Dan Pitcher highlighted this at the 2026 NFL Combine, pushing for more snaps with the quarterback under center two. Mixed things up. Burrow thrives in spread and shotgun formations to redefense as quickly, but that can make plays too predictable at times. Pitcher sees value in varying the looks to spark more explosiveness right from the start of drives. Fans and analysts have long gripped about the offensive line, though it stepped up last season. Keeping Burrow healthy is huge, too. After three major injuries in his six NFL years, since a healthy version of him is the league's top quarterback. ive line play could carry over, especially if they re-sign Dalton-Risner, while running back Chase Brown's growth adds balance.

1:00They might also grab new weapons this off season to support more under center action and better lay down spots. With a brutal 2026 schedule, including six AFC North battles, plus the Houston Texans, Kansas City Chiefs, and Indianapolis Colts, this. Shift could be key to a deep playoff push. This story is made possible by our sponsor. No need to switch positions. The sound is already where your head is, S-O-L-I-S-O-L, billow.com.