First Six Weeks 2025

[gregcook69]

What is the predicted record after week 6?

[ArmyBengal]

6-0

[gregcook69]

1 hour ago, ArmyBengal said:

6-0

That would be truly sweet.  The best start since they went 8-0 with Dalton.

[Stripes]

3-3

[TJJackson]

2-4

[ArmyBengal]

Yeah I’m my real guess we would be 2-4 through the first 6 weeks. I’m going to have to remember that when it happens and remember I still had them finishing 11-6, instead of losing my shit.

[gregcook69]

They have had shaky starts in the first 6 weeks since Burrow has been here, again, hoping they change it up this year but until that happens, it’s expect the worst and hope for the best.

[glasgowbengal]

5-1

[gregcook69]

13 minutes ago, glasgowbengal said:

5-1

Loss being the Lions?

[glasgowbengal]

20 hours ago, gregcook69 said:

Loss being the Lions?

Broons! 

[Saintsfan1]

I think Cleveland with their double rush might be an issue.

I will be shocked if they lose to Jacksonville.

Minnesota did not play anyone like the Bengals the previous year. They lost at home to the Chargers in 23 and that's when they had Cousins. I think Burrow could out duel Jetta.

Denver is not stopping Burrow so Nix has to keep up. This is a possible loss though, but they're not losing to them and Detroit. 

Detroit certainly has the offense to beat the Bengals. However, they lost Johnson. Also, the Lions have swept AFC divisions back to back but they have a very interesting history of 1-3 records against the AFC. I don't believe the Lions will just slightly drop to 3-1. If the Lions beat the Bengals, they beat the Ravens and Steelers too. Lions have a terrible record against the AFC North and they are in a division that usually does not allow three straight years of playoff appearances by anyone other than the Packers. Add to the fact they lost both coordinators and knowing how it affected other teams too(2013-14 Seahawks with Quinn), I don't know if Lions reverse their losing streak to the Bengals.

Packers are the opposite but they were lazy the previous year. Jacobs, Kraft, and the defense did most of the work in a creampuff schedule. They're a better team than people think. They just didn't have the rhythm. However, the Bengals have always played well against the Packers. But this will be another tight game. But if they beat the Lions, this could go the other way.

I think Bengals lose to Browns and Packers with the possibility of losing one of the road games against Min/Den. Losing to Jacksonville will mean another 9-8 year I'm afraid unless they punch Pittsburgh in the mouth. Still, it may not win the division. The good thing is the games are both closely scheduled with the Ravens that it will be hard for Baltimore to sweep again. So that gives the Bengals an extra win The Bengals actually won six OOD games in 2024 compared to 8 in 2023. I really cannot see them going 2-2 again against both divisions, and they get Arizona at a favorable time. So maybe they can improve to 7 or 8. 

[PackerNation2025]

Who ya got week 6 in Lambeau?

Asking for a friend.

Been a while since the Packers and Bengals played in Lambeau. 2017 to be exact, an overtime game. The last 2 meetings between the Packers and Bengals went to OT actually.

Should be a fun one...

OneTeamOneNation

PackerNation!

[Stripes]

7 minutes ago, PackerNation2025 said:

Who ya got week 6 in Lambeau?

Asking for a friend.

Been a while since the Packers and Bengals played in Lambeau. 2017 to be exact, an overtime game. The last 2 meetings between the Packers and Bengals went to OT actually.

Should be a fun one...

OneTeamOneNation

PackerNation!

The last few matchups have been weird. I remember the Aaron Rodgers fumble returned for a TD by Terrance Newman (I think), probably in 2013. Then of course the 84 missed field goals in 2021.

[PackerNation2025]

14 minutes ago, Stripes said:

The last few matchups have been weird. I remember the Aaron Rodgers fumble returned for a TD by Terrance Newman (I think), probably in 2013. Then of course the 84 missed field goals in 2021.

Yeah, believe or not the Bengals and Packers have only played 14 times in history. All-time series tied at 7-7 right now. This game is huge! lol

[PackerNation2025]

To answer the question of the Bengals record after the first 6 weeks? 3-3 at best. Sorry, but the Bengals can't hang with the best division in football. The Vikes, Lions, and Pack will make quick work of the Bengals. 

Just the facts from me, I have no bias against the Bengals.  I just know the power of the NFC North.

Edit: I notice some Bengals fan added a laughing emoji. Tell me what the best division in football is? It's the NFC North and it's not even close. Any knowledgeable NFL person will tell you that, it's common knowledge. The AFC North? That's the Ravens division. What else about it is special? You are claiming it's known as the best division in the NFL? What planet are you from? Too funny!

[AMPHAR]

NFC North last year caught AFC South and NFC West that was the underlining result of the great records.    Bengals go 4-2 in first 6. 

[ArmyBengal]

13 hours ago, PackerNation2025 said:

Edit: I notice some Bengals fan added a laughing emoji. Tell me what the best division in football is? It's the NFC North and it's not even close. Any knowledgeable NFL person will tell you that, it's common knowledge. The AFC North? That's the Ravens division. What else about it is special? You are claiming it's known as the best division in the NFL? What planet are you from? Too funny!

What's too funny is claiming "Any knowledgeable NFL person will tell you that".
So anyone suggesting a different division is stronger than the NFC North isn't knowledgeable?

The NFC has solid teams for sure, but it's certainly arguable that other divisions are just as solid.
Best division based on what?  QB's?  Overall roster?  Last year's record?  What is that claim based on?
If you go back just one season you will find the NFC North was one of the worst.

Understand, this is coming from a Bengals fan not making a claim the AFC North is the best.

From my simple perspective, I think most divisions have at least 2 solid teams, some have 3, but none have all 4 teams be above average.
Every division had at least one team that won less than 6 games last season, but that doesn't mean much for how 2025 pans out.

When I take a quick look, my take away is this.
The AFC East has the Bills and not much more. That may change this year, but that's where I stand at the moment.
The AFC West has the Raiders, Chargers and Broncos with at least 10 wins last year and think that's a solid grouping.
The AFC North has the Ravens and Bengals.  I don't think much of the Steelers or Browns, despite how last year went.
The AFC South has the Texans and maybe the Colts, but I think that's the Texans division to lose.
The NFC East has the Eagles and Commanders.  Maybe the Cowboys are better with Dax back, but don't know.
The NFC West doesn't have much of anyone, with no one winning more than 10 games last year.  Maybe the Rams or Seahawks?
The NFC North has the Vikings, Packers and Lions.  All three are solid and should be again this year.
The NFC South has little.  I guess the Bucs, but Penix in Atlanta could surprise.

The NFC North could certainly make that argument the way I see it.  Much of any season is predicated on how healthy a teams remains through the season and how good their depth is should someone get inured and miss games.  Then there's just dumb luck.  I think it's really hard to make a claim with any type of certainty.

Regarding the NFC North QB's, I think Goff is good, I think Love is average, Williams is a bitch and McCarthy is a complete unknown.
Just my take. 
 

[AMPHAR]

The AFC North is just competitive.  Probably the most competitive since its inception.   No team has won the AFC North 3 seasons in a row.  A feat the Ravens will try to do this year.   Other divisions have experience 4-peat, 5-peat up to 11-peat winners.     That doesn't necessarily mean the AFC North has the AFC Best.   This year they once again have the toughest and have 2 teams squarely in the top 5 favorites for AFC Championship.   I would certainly think NFC North is in that spot but wouldn't be shocked if the AFC North has the better head to head this year because the QBs are better. 

 

[ArmyBengal]

I think Jackson and Burrow are both top 5 QB's in the league.
I think Aaron Rodgers is hot garbage.
I have no idea which of the 63 QB's the Browns have will be starting.

[PackerNation2025]

3 hours ago, ArmyBengal said:

 but none have all 4 teams be above 
 

Not sure why you made it like I was doing a AFC vs. NFC comparison. I indeed did say the NFC North is the best division in football. Another time we can discuss AFC vs. NFC.

Seems as far as the best division discussion, you agree the Packers, Lions & Vikings are all high quality teams and franchises. I could make a case the Bears are as well. Now, they have not done enough yet to be considered a contender, but are they better than any other #4 team in ANY division? Yes, I think they are. 

[PackerNation2025]

5 hours ago, AMPHAR said:

Bengals go 4-2 in first 6. 

I don't think this is going to age well. 3-3 is possible, 2-4 is more probable. And I promise you I am not a Bengals hater. If I was forced to pick a fav AFC team? It would be the Bengals. I don't just visit any teams fan forum lol. 

[COB]

It will be a giant improvement if they can jump out to 4-2.  They essentially defeat themselves in these early season losses.  Hopefully our uber players’ coach decides some stuff has to change.  
 

Also, NFC north is a gauntlet.  Physical as hell and loaded with players right now.  

[AMPHAR]

2 hours ago, PackerNation2025 said:

I don't think this is going to age well. 3-3 is possible, 2-4 is more probable. And I promise you I am not a Bengals hater. If I was forced to pick a fav AFC team? It would be the Bengals. I don't just visit any teams fan forum lol. 

Maybe, maybe not.  We'll see. 

[ArmyBengal]

2 hours ago, PackerNation2025 said:

Not sure why you made it like I was doing a AFC vs. NFC comparison. I indeed did say the NFC North is the best division in football. Another time we can discuss AFC vs. NFC.

Seems as far as the best division discussion, you agree the Packers, Lions & Vikings are all high quality teams and franchises. I could make a case the Bears are as well. Now, they have not done enough yet to be considered a contender, but are they better than any other #4 team in ANY division? Yes, I think they are. 

I didn’t make it your that you said anything. I literally gave every division in the league. You know? Better perspective and a simple opinion.

While a Bengals fan, I enjoy watching all the teams and can readily admit when teams are better than mine. Yes, the NFC North is really solid and I expect them to be again. However, if the claim is based on last years record,I simply think that’s a poor measure. Too many things change in the offseason for that to be accurate.

Like I said earlier, while the NFC North was probably the best division last season, a single year earlier they were one of the worst.

The Bears suck and will again this year. Why? Because Caleb Williams is not a good QB. He was a head case at USC and that hasn’t changed since being in the league. Maybe this year that changes. Until then, they suck.

Beat #4 team? Well based on schedule from last year, that would be the 49er’s. That’s a low threshold however.

[ArmyBengal]

I started at 2-4 through the first 6.
I would bump that to 3-3.

If things shake out for the defense and the team finds a way to start fast, 4-2 is possible. Likely? No but that’s only based on the fact they haven’t started fast under Zac.