What happened: PFF released a full Cincinnati Bengals lookahead centered on the ground game. Collinsworth said Cincinnati has to establish the run to knock off Pittsburgh and Baltimore.

Why it matters: The Steelers and Ravens stand as the direct AFC North obstacles for Cincinnati. A working ground game would balance the offense and sustain drives through that division stretch.

What to watch: Cincinnati's commitment to the run in its next division test will show if the plan sticks.