Adam Schefter highlights Bengals as potential 2027 Super Bowl contenders
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 3:57 PM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
Adam Schefter discussed the Cincinnati Bengals on ESPN's 'Get Up' on June 1, emphasizing Joe Burrow's health as critical for a successful season. The Bengals have missed the playoffs for three consecutive years, but with an upgraded defense and a manageable schedule, Schefter believes they could emerge as a strong team in the upcoming NFL season. Burrow noted this is the most talented roster he has had since being drafted first overall in 2020. The Bengals are set to begin OTAs as excitement builds for their prospects.
- •Bengals begin OTAs on June 1, focusing on team development.
- •Schefter cites Burrow's health as crucial for a strong season.
- •Bengals have upgraded their defense to support their offense.
- •Burrow claims roster is most talented since his 2020 draft.
- •Bengals have one of the easiest schedules in the NFL.
- 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — Adam Schefter: Bengals are “dangerous” and positioned for “big year”
- 3:57 PMYahoo Sports — ESPN's Adam Schefter: Cincinnati Bengals could be 'dangerous team'
"Adam Schefter said Joe Burrow's health, an improved defense and the schedule set up could lead to a big year for the Bengals.
"The NFL insider is feeling good about Cincinnati.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 12:00 PMAdam Schefter: Bengals are “dangerous” and positioned for “big year”
The NFL insider is feeling good about Cincinnati.
- Yahoo SportsJun 1, 2026, 3:57 PMESPN's Adam Schefter: Cincinnati Bengals could be 'dangerous team'
Adam Schefter said Joe Burrow's health, an improved defense and the schedule set up could lead to a big year for the Bengals.
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