"CINCINNATI -- Amid all the headlines and chatter surrounding the Cincinnati Bengals' summer and training camp, the three biggest names on the roster were noticeably absent. Instead, quarterback Joe Burrow and wide receivers Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins had a relatively nondescript build-up to the regular season. No big offseason haircuts or comeback stories. No contract drama. Just three guys getting ready for one of the biggest years of their careers."
"At the end of the season, Cincinnati's star offensive trio wants to be in the conversation that matters -- winning a Super Bowl. By completing a full offseason together, Burrow and Co. have crossed off a major box that is needed for a team that has built everything around them. "We've got tremendous players. Any time they can be healthy, walk on the field together and continue to put that stress on the other team, it gives us a lot of confidence as a team," Bengals coach Zac Taylor said."
The Bengals' top offensive trio experienced a quiet, unremarkable buildup to the regular season, lacking headlines, dramatic comebacks or contract disputes. Joe Burrow, Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins spent a full offseason together, addressing a key requirement for a team constructed around their chemistry and availability. The full offseason together builds confidence across the roster and increases the unit's ability to apply pressure to opponents. Previous summers were disrupted by Chase's holdout during training camp for a contract and Burrow's recovery from a 2023 season-ending wrist injury. The trio's health and continuity position Cincinnati for deep postseason aspirations, including a Super Bowl run.
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