Here’s the framework for Bengals beating Saints

The Cincinnati Bengals sit at 2-3 on theyearandhavenotlookedliketheteam that won the AFC Championship last year, yet.

After dropping three games on lastsecond plays, the Bengals are looking to flip the script.

Getting to 3-3 with an upcoming home game against the Falcons in Week 7 would be ideal.

But traveling to New Orleans and defeating the Saints in the Superdome is no easy feat.

So, here’s what the Bengals must do to beat the Saints:

Score points early on offense

When the Bengals take a lead in the firsthalf,theytypicallywin.Thecoaching staff and players have acknowledged when this team starts fast and comes out ready to play, they are a hard unit to beat.

Week 1 against the Steelers, Bengals trailed 17-6 at halftime, loss

Week 2 against the Cowboys, Bengals trailed 17-3 at halftime, loss

Week 3 against the Jets, Bengals lead 20-9 at halftime, win

Week 4 against the Dolphins, Bengals lead 14-12 at halftime, win

Week 5 against the Ravens, Bengals and Ravens tied 10-10 at halftime, loss

Far too often this season the Bengals havecomeoutsluggishonoffenseandit’s hurt them in all areas. Cincinnati’s offensive line has played well in the last two games and that’s a positive. If Joe Burrow gets in rhythm early and the Bengals’ wide receivers dictate terms, this offense should be able to put up points against the Saints.

New Orleans is giving up 25.6 points per game while the Bengals are averaging 21.6 points per game.

If Tee Higgins is unable to go against the Saints, look for the Bengals to get Tyler Boyd more involved given Ja’Marr Chaseislikelytoseeadoubleteamforthe majority of the game.