Zac Taylor says Chase Brown was out of line for criticism of the defense

Zac Taylor says Chase Brown was out of line for criticism of the defense

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Cincinnati Bengals running back Chase Brown criticized the team's defense after a late-game collapse allowed a 58-yard touchdown by Bears tight end Colston Loveland, resulting in a loss. The Bengals defense has conceded 300 points and 3,839 yards this season, putting it on track to set NFL records for most points and yards allowed in a season. Bengals head coach Zac Taylor expressed disapproval of Brown's comments, emphasizing that all players should focus on their own performance. Despite the defensive struggles, Taylor confirmed there will be no changes to the defensive coaching staff. The Bengals have recently given up 86 points and 1,078 yards in consecutive losses to the Jets and Bears.

Originally by https://www.nbcsports.com/author/charean-williamson November 3, 2025
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