Bengals struggle under-center in offense as Miami matchup approaches
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 10:17 PM
Last updated Oct 6, 2026

The Cincinnati Bengals are preparing to face Miami this week while grappling with an ineffective under-center offense. Despite extensive training, they rank last in the NFL with only 3.3 yards per play under-center, a significant drop from 5.1 yards per play last season. The increased rate of under-center plays has not translated into improved performance, and quarterback Joe Burrow's comfort level appears to have declined as well. The Bengals may need to reassess their offensive strategy during their upcoming bye week.
- •Bengals rank last in NFL with 3.3 yards per play under-center.
- •Team averaged 5.1 yards per play under-center last season.
- •Bengals play Miami this week seeking improvement.
- •Joe Burrow struggles with play-action from under-center.
- •Upcoming bye week may prompt changes in offensive strategy.
- 10:17 PMYahoo Sports — The Bengals’ under-center offense has been a disaster
"Going under-center has actually made the Bengals running game worse.
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