National reports remain optimistic that Joe Burrow's deal will get done before Sunday, and James Rapien shares that feeling heading into Week 1. Plus, we preview the biggest keys to victory and X factors for the Cincinnati Bengals to take care of business in Cleveland.

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Joe Burrow contract update, and previewing the matchups in Week 1: Cincinnati Bengals at Cleveland Browns