Bengals' defense has gone from bad to abysmal

The Cincinnati Bengals' defense, under new coordination following Lou Anarumo's firing last year, has become the worst in the NFL as of the 2025 season. The team currently ranks last in both yards allowed per game (407.9) and points allowed per game (31.6). This performance marks a significant decline from the previous season, when the Bengals finished 25th in total defense with a 9-8 record, narrowly missing the playoffs. Notably, Cincinnati's defense has allowed over 500 yards in two separate games this season, a feat matched only twice by all other NFL teams combined. After starting the season with two consecutive wins, the Bengals now hold a 3-5 record as they prepare to face the 2025 Chicago Bears.