Bengals-Cardinals: Six players to watch

Carlos Dunlap, Cincinnati DE

The Bengals have to get consistent pressure against Arizona quarterback Carson Palmer if they are going to win.

Tyler Eifert, Cincinnati TE

Expect him to be motivated to rebound from his worst game as a pro when he had three drops against Houston.

Reggie Nelson, Cincinnati S

The Cardinals will throw deep more than any other team the Bengals have this year, and Nelson’s role will be vital as the last line of defense.

Deone Bucannon, Arizona LB

The converted safety is one of the Cardinals’ biggest play makers on defense, leading the team with 62 tackles, inlcuding seven for loss.

Chris Johnson, Arizona RB

The Bengals have given up a number of long runs this year, and the speedy Johnson is always a threat to break one.

Patrick Peterson, Arizona CB

If the four-time Pro Bowler is able to contain A.J. Green one-on-one, it could be a long night for the Cincinnati offense.

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