Bengals-Browns Game Flexed to December 22

The NFL has decided to move the Week 16 matchup between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Cleveland Browns from Thursday Night Football to Sunday afternoon, December 22. This change marks the first-ever Thursday night flex, with the game being replaced by the Broncos versus Chargers matchup. The Bengals and Browns have both struggled this season, with records of 4-7 and 3-8 respectively, diminishing the anticipated 'Battle of Ohio' significance. Despite Cincinnati's recent victory over Cleveland, the Bengals are in danger of missing the playoffs and must win their remaining games to have a chance. Meanwhile, the Cleveland Browns' recent upset against the Steelers was not enough to prevent their game from being flexed out. The Bengals must still face strong teams, including the Pittsburgh Steelers and Dallas Cowboys, in their remaining schedule.