4 key matchups to watch for Bengals vs. Texans
Dexter Lawrence is looking to get his first sack of the year in Houston
This Sunday, the Cincinnati Bengals will travel to Houston to take on the Houston Texans. The Texans' defense, which allowed 36 points against the Buffalo Bills, will be key to the outcome of the game. Two of the most notable matchups to watch are Ja’Marr Chase vs. Derek Stingley, and Amarius Mims vs. Will Anderson Jr. Chase and Stingley have a history dating back to their LSU days, with Chase scoring 2 catches for 12 yards while Stingley allowed 4 catches on 6 targets.
Anderson and Mims have both shown explosive pass rush abilities, and their battle could be crucial to the outcome of the game. Additionally, the Texans' running backs, Barrett Carter and Woody Marks, will face off against the Bengals' linebackers, who will need to make sure they don't allow the running game to run wild. Finally, Dexter Lawrence will face the Texans' interior offensive line, which includes Keylan Rutledge, Evan Brown, and Ed Ingram. Lawrence's impact on defense could be significant, making this a crucial matchup to watch.
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