The Cincinnati Bengals may finally boast an above-average offensive line for the Burrow era. Orlando Brown Jr. anchors the left side, Amarius Mims shows upside, Ted Karras stabilizes the interior, Dylan Fairchild adds depth, and Dalton Risner provides veteran protection—together forming a potentially elite unit. If healthy, this line could be the strongest since 2015 and unlock both the running game and Burrow’s timing in play-action.

Crucially, Burrow benefits from cleaner pockets and more reliable pass protection, which could lift the offense’s fantasy ceiling across the board. The piece highlights the run game, pocket time, and the importance of depth pieces stepping up, with Blackburn’s front-office moves central to the upside. A healthy season from this group could shift the Bengals from middling to formidable in fantasy and real-world terms.