Bengals at Chargers (-1.5) Pre Game Discussion (Wk 11)

[dmac_bolt]

Hopefully Mack is good.
Having Fulton back would be big.
Higgins Limited, hopefully he's a no go.

Fulton was the one I was watching for

Hadn't heard about Higgy - that would be a shame if we don't get to see him, indeed. Hope he's better for next week - #fingerscrossed!

[AKFlyFisher]

Charger pep squad thinks it’s as easy to cover Chase with Burrow throwing to him as Jalen Coker with Bryce Young.

We will see. There simply hasn’t been a test like this so far so impossible to say.

I don't think the Chargers have faced a QB or WR like Burrow and Chase this year -- and that includes Mahomes. Further, this is a "must win" game for the Bengals. This is basically a playoff game for the Bengals. I saw Chargers CBs losing to Levis and Ridley last week -- and Levis missed a bunch of reads. Burrow isn't going to make that same mistake. The Bengals will not be running much either. If the Chargers defense can create pressure and "get home," they can keep this close. If not, then I really don't think this one is going to be close. I would love to be proven wrong, but it just feels like the team's talent gap is going to catch up to them soon.

[dmac_bolt]

I don't think the Chargers have faced a QB or WR like Burrow and Chase this year -- and that includes Mahomes. Further, this is a "must win" game for the Bengals. This is basically a playoff game for the Bengals. I saw Chargers CBs losing to Levis and Ridley last week -- and Levis missed a bunch of reads. Burrow isn't going to make that same mistake. The Bengals will not be running much either. If the Chargers defense can create pressure and "get home," they can keep this close. If not, then I really don't think this one is going to be close. I would love to be proven wrong, but it just feels like the team's talent gap is going to catch up to them soon.

The Bengals have not beaten a team as good as the Chargers. I don't share you guys' fear of the Bengals. It feels like nothing more than PTSD flashbacks to prior teams in prior years under prior different coaching staffs. The Bengals are 4-6, their only wins were against bottom dwellers. They played 6 decent to good teams and lost to all 6, but you guys can't even see us avoiding a blowout?

uh ok. I look forward to the Chargers proving you wrong on Sunday.

[Lone Bolt]

The build up to SNF Bengals-Chargers is Chiefs at Bills on the afternoon docket preceded by Ravens at Steelers in the morning. A great slate of games.

Yea...honestly...wonder which rule DQ'd the Bills/Chiefs from getting the flex...hell, even I know thats the game of the week, as a Charger fan...plus...I hate primetime games...win or lose, im wired, little sleep...been known to take the day after off!

[Bolts&noles]

Yea...honestly...wonder which rule DQ'd the Bills/Chiefs from getting the flex...hell, even I know thats the game of the week, as a Charger fan...plus...I hate primetime games...win or lose, im wired, little sleep...been known to take the day after off!

I think Iam with you.Just get the game over with during the day.
Definitely won't miss work though.
The old me yes but these days no.
Hopefully Chiefs lose and the Ravens and Steelers beat the heck out of each other.

Looking ahead a bit but I really hope this team can get the 5th seed.
Much rather travel to Houston then Pittsburgh or Baltimore.

[cmplxgal]

FYI, full injury report for today:

[cmplxgal]

FYI, some injury updates I posted to the transactions/injuries thread:

CB Kristian Fulton (hamstring) said he feels 100 percent and is planning to play Sunday against the Bengals.

The Chargers opened up the 21 day window for CB Deane Leonard to return from Injured reserve, Jim Harbaugh said

RG Trey Pipkins was back at practice with his right ankle taped up. He missed the Chargers last game with an ankle injury.

[Velo]

RG Trey Pipkins was back at practice with his right ankle taped up. He missed the Chargers last game with an ankle injury.

The OL and the run game performed well, had a good game in Tenn, with Salyer playing in place of Pipkins. One wonders if Mr. Pipkins sees any handwriting on the proverbial wall.

[sonorajim]

The OL and the run game performed well, had a good game in Tenn, with Salyer playing in place of Pipkins. One wonders if Mr. Pipkins sees any handwriting on the proverbial wall.

Salyer was our worst rated OL with Clapp at C. He proved better than Sarell at RG vs Ten. I wouldn't read much into it based on less than one game. I was happy for him though. He was surprisingly good at LT when Slater was injured.
Best wishes to Harbaugh's RG preference.

[Velo]

First rate analysis of the Chargers' defense and why it's been so good. Worth watching.

Breaking down THE BEST DEFENSE in the NFL: Chargers ⚡️🔥 | NFL Live

[Bolt-O]

FYI, full injury report for today:

Leonard in his IR activation window, Hurst on a personal day, and Mack with the groin prob. Don't rush Mack back too soon.

[dmac_bolt]

Leonard in his IR activation window, Hurst on a personal day, and Mack with the groin prob. Don't rush Mack back too soon.

thats the best looking list we've had on a Wednesday in a long time.

Dayan - probably has the same cold I have, should be good by Sunday?
Fulton is a key imo, getting his skill on one of the outside corners will help a lot with Minter's options
Mack - yeah, torn on sit/play - trust Mack to know what is wise.

It wouldn't be a Wednesday without seeing Joey at the top of the list, eh?