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The Bengals roster has undergone an extreme makeover. But the coaching staff remains in status quo, providing stability to an organization under construction yet again.
Head Coach Marvin Lewis is entering his seventh season with a 46-51-1 overall record. Despite the losing record, Lewis is benefiting from Mike Brown’s well noted loyalty.
Lewis was hired in January 2003, becoming the eighth African-American head coach in NFL history. He rose to national recognition as the architecture of the 2000 Baltimore Raven defense; considered one of the best ever. Before coming to Cincinnati he a had brief stint with the Washington Redskins.
His first season in Cincinnati Lewis finished 8-8 and hopes soared. In 2005 he led the Bengals to the AFC North title with an 11-5 regular season. The Bengals lost in the wild card game to the Pittsburgh Steelers, but the future looked bright.
Those hopes have turned sour the last two seasons, leaving many wondering if the shine has come off Lewis.
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