The Cincinnati Bengals look to build on their impressive 2021 Super Bowl run with key offseason improvements to their offensive line and defense. Coming off a 10-7 AFC North title season led by Joe Burrow and receivers Ja'Marr Chase, Tyler Boyd, and Tee Higgins, the Bengals aim to maintain their success despite facing the NFL's third-hardest schedule.

Current Win Total Odds:

• Over/Under: 9.5 wins
• Over: +110
• Under: -130
• Strength of Schedule: .536 (3rd hardest)

2022 Schedule Breakdown:

• Weeks 1-4: vs Steelers, at Cowboys, at Jets, vs Dolphins
• Weeks 5-6: at Ravens, at Saints
• Weeks 7-9: vs Falcons, at Browns, vs Panthers
• Week 10: BYE
• Weeks 11-17: at Steelers, at Titans, vs Chiefs, vs Browns, at Buccaneers, at Patriots, vs Bills, vs Ravens

Analysis: The Bengals face a particularly challenging post-bye schedule featuring multiple playoff contenders. However, with an improved offensive line protecting Burrow and defensive upgrades through the draft, they appear positioned to match or exceed last season's win total. The over 9.5 wins appears favorable given their offensive firepower and roster improvements, despite the difficult schedule.

Prediction: OVER 9.5 wins

The team has only gotten stronger since their 10-win 2021 campaign, making the over a reasonable bet even with one of the NFL's toughest schedules.

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