Pats fans can't seem to get excited over winning the Eastern Division for the 9th time in the last 12 years. Instead, all we hear is the talk about the defense, slow starting offense and the possibility of losing in their first playoff game.
Meanwhile, the Cincinnati Bengals have a different scenario. A win on Sunday over Baltimore would give them a 10-6 record and the final AFC wild-card spot, with a chance to win their first playoff game since 1990.
Bengal fans have not been showing up. The stadium has usually been a third empty. Last Saturday, only 41,272 fans showed up to watch their 23-16 win over Arizona. Players have appealed to fans for support.
It's easy to see why the Bengals face this predicament. They have had several losing seasons. Head Coach Marvin Lewis is on the bubble with his contract. QB Carson Palmer forced the team to trade him to Oakland.
Fans are probably cautious of getting their hopes up knowing the past history of the team.
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