What happened: Pat McAfee pointed to Cincinnati's spending and the acquisition of Dexter Lawrence as evidence of an aggressive offseason. Dan Orlovsky endorsed that assessment with a salute.
Why it matters: The investment raises expectations for the upcoming 2026 season. Another postseason miss would deepen scrutiny of the Bengals' roster strategy.
By the numbers: Cincinnati traded the No.
What to watch: The Bengals continue their preseason schedule Saturday at 7 p.m. ET.