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Here’s where the Bengals rank entering Week 8 (and where they should be ranked)

Anyone underrating the Cincinnati Bengals and where they rank relative to the rest of the league could soon be eating crow.

By Matt Fitzgerald · Stripe Hype

Published: Thursday, 29 October 2026 at 10:58 PM

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Writer Matt Fitzgerald argues the Cincinnati Bengals deserve a top-three spot in NFL power rankings.
Major outlets ranked Cincinnati between fifth and 10th entering Week 8 following their 35-13 win over Baltimore.
The writer highlights Dexter Lawrence's defensive impact and Joe Burrow's elite play as key strengths.

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Writer Matt Fitzgerald argues that the Cincinnati Bengals are undervalued in Week 8 NFL power rankings and deserve to be ranked third overall. Following a 35-13 victory over the Baltimore Ravens in Week 7, the Bengals placed fifth on NFL.com and CBS Sports, sixth on Yahoo Sports, ninth on ESPN, and 10th on Bleacher Report.

Fitzgerald credits quarterback Joe Burrow and defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence for elevating Cincinnati into legitimate Super Bowl contention. While acknowledging potential threats like the Chicago Bears and Seattle Seahawks, the writer asserts Cincinnati matches up favorably against elite NFL contenders.

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