Between J.J. McCarthy and Max Brosmer, the Minnesota Vikings might have the NFL's most regrettable quarterback situation. One particular historic futility explains how badly things have gone.

The Cincinnati Bengals can focus on winning out the rest of the way with Joe Burrow under center and hope the other pieces fall into place that let them sneak into the playoffs. At 4-8, it’s unlikely that Burrow and the Bengals make the playoffs.

NFL fans are entering the juicy part of the regular season. Postseason races are intensifying, and some coaches are fighting for their jobs. As we prepare to enter Week 14 of the regular season, let's take a closer look at the coaches who may be on the hot seat.

CINCINNATI — Barrett Carter picked up Pepsi Rookie of the Week Honors on Thursday following his performance against the Patriots. He had 16 tackles on the day, including two near the line of scrimmage. It was the Bengals second-highest single-game tackle total dating back to 1994 when they started getting tracked.

Bengals starting quarterback Joe Burrow is expected to start Thanksgiving night against the Ravens in Baltimore.

Buoyed by the return of quarterback Joe Burrow, the Cincinnati Bengals have beaten the Baltimore Ravens 32-14 on Thanksgiving. Playing for the first time since Week 2 after recovering from a toe injury, Burrow threw for 261 yards and two touchdowns.