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One of the central points raised in favor of Burrow was the idea that great quarterbacks are often “force multipliers,” able to elevate the performance of their teammates. The argument posited by analysts was whether Burrow could transcend his already talented roster, particularly with the absence of key players. Even in losses, the Bengals kept games competitive but consistently fell short against playoff teams, indicating they could have been a significant threat if they had qualified.