The Cincinnati Bengals are getting ready for next season.
Of course, all eyes will be on Joe Burrow, who’s going to return from a season-ending injury.
However, they will also need their defense to step up big time if they want to get the job done.
That’s why they wanted to make sure to give Sam Hubbard the ultimate gift.
The Bengals put him together a cut-off shirt featuring a pic of himself with huge arms celebrating after a sack, and they showed a clip of them giving him that hilarious gift on Twitter.
Like Burrow, Hubbard wasn’t on the field to close out the season, and while he had a down year by his standards, he’s still one of the most important players on Zac Taylor’s team.
With Burrow back in the fold, the Bengals should once again be considered a Super Bowl contender.
The AFC North is going to be one of the most competitive divisions in the game again next season.
The Pittsburgh Steelers will have Russell Wilson and a new-look offense under Arthur Smith.
The Cleveland Browns have Jerry Jeudy and a new offensive coordinator in Ken Dorsey as well, and with their championship-caliber defense, they should be a strong suitor.
Last but not least, the Baltimore Ravens are fresh off a trip to the AFC Championship Game last season, so Hubbard and the Bengals’ defense will need to be on point to give the team an opportunity to run away with the divisional pennant.
