The Cincinnati Bengals face the Washington Football Team in their second preseason game at FedEx Field on Friday at 8pm EST. The Bengals enter following a 19-14 win against Tampa Bay, while Washington looks for their first preseason victory after falling 22-14 to New England.

Key Team Updates:

Bengals:

• QB Joe Burrow (ACL) officially ruled out, along with several other key players
• Strong showing in first preseason game despite injuries
• First-team offense and defense performed well against Buccaneers
• Defense allowed only 22 sacks in 2020 (4th fewest in NFL)

Washington:

• Added veteran QB Ryan Fitzpatrick
• Backup QB Taylor Heineke showed promise against Brady in 2020
• Defense led by Chase Young (7.5 sacks in rookie season)
• Demonstrated competitive play despite loss to Patriots

Betting Odds:

• Washington Football Team: -220 (Favorites)
• Cincinnati Bengals: +175

Notable Injuries (Bengals):

• CB: Eli Apple, Ricardo Allen, Donnie Lewis
• DE: Khalid Kareem, Joseph Ossai
• RB: Trayveon Williams
• C: Trey Hopkins
• OG: D'Ante Smith

The Washington Football Team holds the advantage with fewer injury concerns and home field advantage, making them the reasonable favorite despite their preseason opening loss.

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