BIG QUESTIONS: Will Play Action HELP or HINDER Bengals Offense as OT, LB Depth Questions Linger

Will play action unlock the Cincinnati Bengals’ offense or become their Achilles’ heel in 2026? Jake Liscow and Joe Goodberry debate whether the deadly Joe Burrow, Ja’Marr Chase, and Tee Higgins trio, combined with a revamped play-action approach, can erase past slow starts and ignite early-season dominance. Orlando Brown Jr.’s ranking—and the swing tackle depth around him—raise high-stakes questions for the offensive line, while Chase Brown’s explosiveness offers hope for a dynamic run game.