Bengals, Al Golden must find answers before Penix joins career-day club in Madrid

Writer Glenn Adams argues that Cincinnati Bengals defensive coordinator Al Golden must urgently address his pass defense ahead of their matchup with the Atlanta Falcons in Madrid. Despite riding a three-game winning streak, Cincinnati surrendered consecutive career-high passing yardage games to Baltimore's Tyler Huntley and Tennessee's Cam Ward in recent weeks. Adams notes that Falcons quarterback Michael Penix could exploit Cincinnati's vulnerabilities to bounce back from a four-interception outing.

The article highlights further concerns for the Bengals, including an injury to top cornerback DJ Turner, who exited the game against the Titans. Adams warns that Atlanta's offense presents major challenges through dual-threat running back Bijan Robinson, Drake London, and Jahan Dotson. The author emphasizes that Golden and his coaching staff must craft an effective game plan to avoid conceding another career-defining passing display abroad.