Bengals special teams struggle as season progresses after bye week

The Cincinnati Bengals are 3-2 following their bye week. Special teams have been inconsistent, highlighted by Evan McPherson's perfect field goal performance, including a franchise-record 22 consecutive makes. However, recent mistakes, such as roughing penalties and muffed punts, have cost the team valuable points, as seen in a narrow loss to the Steelers. The Bengals will need to address these issues as they continue the season, looking to improve their overall special teams performance which currently grades low in punt and kickoff return units.

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