It feels like it has become almost impossible to pick Cincinnati Bengals games to start the 2022 season.

In reality, this year’s 0-2 start and flirtation with 0-3 isn’t all that different from last year’s slow start, the difference being a few unlucky breaks this time out.

But they now enter their third game in a row as notable favorites as they visit the New York Jets. They did the same before losses to the Steelers and franchise quarterback-less Cowboys.

Comparing things to last year again though, Week 3 is where Joe Burrow and the offense really heated up. It’s safe to think that can happen again against the 1-1 Jets, losers of a 24-9 blowout at the hands of the Ravens and winners over an erratic Browns team

You've probably seen this catch by Tee Higgins, but I wanted to post one that showed the other angle also. As for the rule, it's weird that you never see rubber come up from his heels and only his toes. I'm not sold that the heels actually touched down. pic.twitter.com/T9zUZPind2

Ja'Marr Chase said that Sauce Gardner told him the #Jets were supposed to switch on the wide-open TD. Chase: "The defense just got lost on a switch." (via @JayMorrisonATH)

After falling to 0-2, the Cincinnati Bengals faced a must-win game in Week 3 against the New York Jets, lest their season fall apart in the first month.

Joe Burrow’s offense found new life on the road, exploding out of the gates for big plays while the defense put on another strong showing. The result was a win that put them back on track just before a Thursday night game against Miami.

Here are some quick items to know following the game.

— Bengals started very aggressive on offense, winning the coin toss and taking the ball before getting into a heavy dose of passing with some creativity mixed in. They converted two third downs of eight-plus yards before Samaje Perine caught the game’s first touchdown

DJ Reader said he is very encouraged that the knee injury isn't more severe. He said he didn't return to the sideline in the second because they wanted him to stay off it. They put the game on in the locker room and he kicked back and took in the win that way.

Bengals tight end Hayden Hurst will be active today, per source. He had an injury setback on Friday but I'm told "good to go."

We will get comment from Evan McPherson and his feelings on Rihanna's music as soon as possible. twitter.com/AdamSchefter/s…

Tyler Boyd absorbed some contact and bolted for the end zone to help extend the Bengals' first-half lead.

Bengals safety Jessie Bates seals Cincinnati's first win with an INT to close this one. Another strong defensive showing for Lou Anarumo's unit.

Jackson Carman is being relegated to the inactives list now. What a crucial draft pick.

Mike Thomas just caught his first slant of the season

Not sure what happened elsewhere in the league today, but gotta think with a career-high 2.5 sacks and career-high 3 forced fumbles, Trey Hendrickson is a frontrunner for AFC Defensive Player of the Week. Would be the #Bengals first since Dunlap in Weeks 13 and 17, 2019

Zac Taylor: "Our receivers are as tough as they come. They really are. That's their mentality."

Joe Mixon said the sore ankle that forced him to the sideline is all good.

Bengals LB Logan Wilson has five INTs in the last two seasons, the most by an linebacker in the NFL during that span (via @ESPNStatsInfo)

I'm mad that Chris Evans has not been able to return ONE kick this year. Not one. They've all been touchbacks. MAKE RETURNS FUN AGAIN

First down: Sam Hubbard blows it up Second down: DJ Reader napalm up the middle Third down: Logan Wilson perfect drop for the INT. Bengals playmakers showing up for a huge series and momentum shift.

Bengals rookie Dax Hill gets his first NFL start.

RT La'el Collins officially is active. LB Germaine Pratt, who was listed as doubtful, is inactive. Jackson Carman is a healthy scratch, falling behind Max Scharping on the depth chart. Also inactive: RB Trayveon Williams OL D'Ante Smith TE Drew Sample DT Jay Tufele

Bengals LB Akeem Davis-Gaither currently leading the team with 13 tackles. Made the most of his start with LB Germaine Pratt (knee) out today.

The afore mentioned Cordell Volson pancake. Appears to be the glass eater Bengals asst. Frank Pollack wanted this offseason. pic.twitter.com/HJB5n2ip9Q

Fourth and 5 and Flacco finds the target with the highest degree of difficulty and it fails. Nice day for Chidobe Awuzie, who has had those routes blanketed all day.

In case there was any doubt, Bengals OL La'el Collins warms up at RT.

Lou Anarumo noted they should have had 3-4 turnovers last week vs Dallas. They are already at that number (if not more) today. Been thisclose to breaking through.

Devin Asiasi with a nice block down on the toss to Mixon. Early impact in his first Bengals game.