Think of this as an unofficial poll, but if you're a Pats fan, who do you want them to face in the WC round?
Personally, I can't believe I'm saying it but I lean a little towards the Bengals.
There's definitely no "easy team" they'll face in the WC round (CIN/KC/BUF). Every team has their strengths and weaknesses. But I think maybe CIN, even with all their firepower could look rusty and/or inexperienced since I don't think Burrow and their coaching staff has played in the playoffs yet. BUF and KC though have legit playoff experience in recent years and have proven they can win.
Yes, CIN has Burrow, Mixon, Boyd, Higgins, Chase, etc. No doubt CIN's offense is explosive. But their defense isn't that great and the Pats could be able to put up points on them. Plus CIN's O-Line is meh so maybe the pass rush can get to Burrow at times (Judon/Barmore hopefully)
I wouldn't hate going up against BUF a 3rd time, and it's a small margin of who I'd rather have between
CIN and BUF, but I think the ultimate goal is to avoid facing the Chiefs at Arrowhead in the WC round.
What do Pats fans here feel?