Week 6: Carolina Panthers at Cincinnati Bengals

Film Room: Bengals Defense Has Problems Up Front

After allowing 11 points per game in the first three contests, the Cincinnati defense has disappeared. They've allowed 936 yards and 73 points in the last two games.

Twitter reacts to #BurfictGate

We asked our followers on twitter, what they thought of Vontaze Burfict's fine -- which he's appealing. The results were as widespread as the comments here at CJ.

Bengals Week Six "Unsung Hero Of The Week" Award

We take a look at the nominees for an award that honors the Bengals players who did their job on a quieter level, but still contributed to a tie.

Bengals Linebacker Vontaze Burfict To Appeal Fine

The Pro Bowl linebacker drew a big fine for some questionable antics after the whistle, but he reportedly plans to appeal it.

Cincinnati Bengals Rookie Stock Report: Week 6

The disappointing final result wasn't the fault of the Bengals rookies. Also, Ron Swanson may have found a new favorite athlete, and another one who needs serious fixing.

Burning Question: Was it a backwards pass?

You know, by readying the question, exactly what we're referring to. Despite all of the video evidence, I'm just not sure. Maybe I'm blind. Was it a fumble/backwards pass or an incomplete?

Bengals Week Six Most Valuable Player Award

We take a look at some of the best Bengals performances of the weekend and let you, the readers, sound off and vote on a winner!

What We Learned - Week 6: Bengals vs Panthers

After two straight weeks of defensive suckage, the way we (and the national media) view this team has changed.

Who Are The Real 2014 Cincinnati Bengals?

Through the first six weeks of the season, we have seen two different Bengals teams take the field. Which one more closely resembles the real squad this year?

Bengals vs Panthers Pro Football Focus Scores

We take a look at the Pro Football Focus scores from Sunday, as well as signature stats that tells us how certain players are performing.

Bernard nominated for weekly rushing award

Bengals second-year running back Giovani Bernard had a career-game against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday. It's being recognized by FedEx's weekly ground award nominations.

League looking into Burfict-gate

Everyone involved in Burfict-gate during Sunday's 37-37 tie between the Cincinnati Bengals and Carolina Panthers have responded. Except for Burfict.

Bengals won't try out kickers; Grim update on MJ

The odds of Bengals receiver Marvin Jones playing vs. the Colts are between slim and none.

Bengals Week Six: The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly

We take a look at the best and worst Bengals performances in the tie against the Carolina Panthers.

Final minutes in regulation a collective failure

We take a look at the final two minutes of regulation during Cincinnati's 37-37 tie on Sunday to show how everyone failed Sunday... not just the kicker that's receiving the bulk of Cincinnati's anger on Monday.

Game-saving deflection, or drop by Cotchery? (GIF)

Did Adam Jones save the game for the Bengals, or did Jerricho Cotchery blow it for the Panthers?

Panthers mad at Tez; Video of plays in question

Bengals linebacker Vontaze Burfict was caught doing a little extra during two tackles on Sunday. Were they on purpose or accidental? We can't say with any authority. But the video is pretty damning.

Bengals rushing offense hit several milestones

The Cincinnati Bengals rushing offense fell seven yards shy of 200. But at least Giovani Bernard was the first Bengals player to reach 100 yards since 2012.

Adam Jones misses the point in criticism of Nugent

The Bengals offense, defense and special teams had several opportunities to win the game, and yet, they only could do enough for the tie vs. the Panthers.

Team thinking surgery for Bengals WR Marvin Jones

The Cincinnati Bengals could be without their top two receivers longer than expected, with A.J. Green seeing a specialist this week and the team thinking surgery for Marvin Jones. There is no timeline for either receiver.

Bengals vs. Panthers snap counts

Taking a look at the snap distribution by the Bengals offense and defense during Cincinnati's 37-37 tie against the Carolina Panthers.

Sanu comes through with career-game

With A.J. Green and Marvin Jones on the shelf with injuries, it was up to Mohamed Sanu to step up. And he didn't disappoint with ten grabs for 120 yards and a fourth quarter touchdown.

Bengals react to tying Panthers via Twitter

The Bengals let off some steam via social media after tying the Panthers.

Jeremy Hill with a good Ickey Shuffle tribute

Cincinnati Bengals rookie running back Jeremy Hill wasn't even alive when Ickey Woods played his last game but the tribute was a good one.

Nugent's miss is the one that will be remembered

Mike Nugent's miss hurt the Bengals because a conversion seals Cincinnati's fourth win of the season. Instead, a collection of errors and poor performances led to the team's first tie in six years.

Bengals and Panthers with 37-37 tie

The Cincinnati Bengals looked to rebound after an embarrassing loss last Sunday Night. They didn't. In fact, they tied the Carolina Panthers 37-37 in an interesting game that forces an army of questions without a satisfactory answer.

Rey Maualuga suffers hamstring injury

The Cincinnati Bengals may have lost their starting middle linebacker when Rey Maualuga exited the game with a hamstring injury midway into the fourth quarter.

SECOND HALF OPEN THREAD: Panthers at Bengals

Gio Bernard dazzles Panthers on 89-yard TD (gif)

Giovani Bernard’s run vs. the Panthers was the second longest in Bengals history and the longest TD this NFL season.

Vontaze Burfict returns after "hit in the head"

The Cincinnati Bengals announced that Vontaze Burfict is questionable to return after taking a hit to the head.

Bengals vs. Panthers Inactives

Several key starters will be out for both the Cincinnati Bengals and Carolina Panthers.

PREDICTIONS: Defense with five sacks, three picks

HOMER ALERT: Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton has been dealing with rib and ankle injuries. The defense will attack and sack Carolina's quarterback, at least, five times and generate three interceptions.

PREDICTION: Jermaine Gresham goes off

Bengals tight end Jermaine Gresham has the opportunity (every one is hurt), motivation (payday) and ability. If he does his usual disappearing act then nothing will help at this stage.

Prediction: Bengals will surpass 200 yards rushing

The Cincinnati Bengals have to make some changes based on their available personnel. If A.J. Green sits, then Cincinnati will have a collection of second and third teamers at wide receiver, making the ground game an even more important today.

Week 6 Picks: Clean sweep for Pats Broncos & 49ers

The New England Patriots, Denver Broncos and San Francisco 49ers are all heavily favored this week.

Mailbag: Bernard At Receiver, Leon Hall's Play

We take a look at some of the burning questions on the minds of Bengals fans for the week.