2 min read • December 08, 2024
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The Cincinnati Bengals (4-8) are set to face the Dallas Cowboys (5-7) on Monday Night Football in Week 14 of the 2024 NFL season. Both teams are grappling with injuries and aiming to improve their standings as the season progresses.
Team Records and Standings
The Bengals are currently third in the AFC North, trailing the Pittsburgh Steelers (9-3) and the Baltimore Ravens (8-5). Cincinnati is on a three-game losing streak, with their most recent defeat being a 44-38 loss to the Steelers.
The Cowboys hold the third spot in the NFC East, behind the Philadelphia Eagles (10-2) and the Washington Commanders (8-5). Dallas has rebounded from a five-game losing streak with two consecutive wins, including a 27-20 victory over the New York Giants in Week 13.
Game Outlook
Both teams are contending with significant injuries to key players, which could impact their performance. The Bengals may face challenges without key contributors like Brown Jr. and Wilson, while the Cowboys' defense will need to adjust in Martin's absence.
No injury concerns on offense outside of chronic issues at Right Tackle Trent Brown.
On the defense LDT Sheldon Rankins will miss a third straight game this week. The secondary is showing its weakness in recent weeks with Dax Hill (ACL) and DJ Turner (collarbone) done for season.
Orlando Brown Jr. (LT): Will miss due to knee and fibula injuries, potentially leading to lineup changes with Cody Ford and Cordell Volson stepping in.
Ja'Marr Chase (WR): Limited in practice with an ankle injury; his status remains uncertain.
Logan Wilson (LB): Out for the season following a knee procedure.
Evan McPherson (K): Dealing with a groin injury; Cade York may assume kicking duties if McPherson is unavailable.
On the offense TE Jake Ferguson is likely to return from his concussion this week, RG Zack Martin is one to watch as he has missed last two weeks due to an ankle issue, defensively CB Trevon Diggs is dealing with multiple issues and is no lock to play on Monday, good news DaRon Bland is back and playing at CB, Cowboys trending in right direction
Zack Martin (OG): Underwent season-ending ankle surgery, ending his 2024 NFL season.
CeeDee Lamb (WR): Missed some practice time due to a shoulder injury but will play.
Tyler Guyton (OL): Out with ankle and knee injuries.
Trevon Diggs (CB): Limited in practice with a knee injury; his participation is yet to be determined.
Joe Burrow Over 275.5 Passing Yards
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