The Cincinnati Bengals have had a slow start problem for the last few years, so the guys discuss what they're doing this differently to avoid that problem in 2024, and what the most important factors are to early-season success for this season. Plus, we handicap the CB2 battle heading into training camp, look for potential star-level players to complement Trey Hendrickson on defense, and looking for preseason signs of a Myles Murphy breakout.

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How the Cincinnati Bengals can avoid a slow start in 2024