Cowboys, Bengals, and Bills face pressure heading into 2026 NFL season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 7:27 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
As the NFL prepares for the 2026 season, the Dallas Cowboys, Cincinnati Bengals, and Buffalo Bills are under significant pressure to perform. The Cowboys, with a 2025 record of 7-9-1, aim to improve their defense under new coordinator Christian Parker. The Bengals, coming off a 6-11 season, are looking to coach Zac Taylor and quarterback Joe Burrow to turn things around after three consecutive playoff misses. Meanwhile, despite a 12-5 record last season, the Bills are seeking change with a new head coach and hope to address concerns around quarterback Josh Allen’s supporting cast. Each team must deliver results or face possible roster changes after the season ends.
- •Dallas Cowboys finished 2025 with a record of 7-9-1.
- •Cincinnati Bengals clocked a 6-11 record and aim for playoff contention.
- •Buffalo Bills ended last season at 12-5 but seek improvement.
- •All three teams face scrutiny in the upcoming season.
- •Key players include Dak Prescott, Joe Burrow, and Josh Allen.
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"In no particular order, let's dive into the teams that will be a bit more under the microscope this summer and regular season.
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