The Cincinnati Bengals face the Washington Football Team at FedEx Field on Friday night at 8pm EST in their second preseason matchup. Here's what you need to know:

Bengals Outlook:

• Coming off a 19-14 win against Tampa Bay
• QB Joe Burrow (ACL) officially ruled out
• Multiple other key players out with injuries including CBs Apple, Allen, Lewis, DEs Kareem and Ossai, RB Williams, C Hopkins, and G Smith
• First-team offense and defense showed promise in preseason opener
• Defense allowed only 22 sacks in 2020 (4th fewest in NFL)

Washington Outlook:

• Lost first preseason game 22-14 to Patriots
• Added veteran QB Ryan Fitzpatrick
• Strong backup QB in Taylor Heineke
• Young defense led by DE Chase Young (7.5 sacks in 2020)
• Showing more potential than recent seasons

Betting Odds:

• Washington favored at -220
• Bengals underdogs at +175

Key Takeaway: Washington has the edge with fewer injuries and home field advantage. Their revamped offense and strong defense make them the likely favorite, especially with Cincinnati missing several starters including Burrow.

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