The Cincinnati Bengals and AFC North heading to the in-season version of “Hard Knocks” had fans reacting.
And that’s to say the least.
The AFC North has a reputation as the toughest division in football with some rivalries that can sometimes turn downright nasty, so fans of teams across the league were thrilled with the announcement.
Bengals fans were a little more split on the matter. Some wondered if the behind-the-scenes show might be a distraction. Others, understandably, were thrilled that the team gets the spotlight. Others pointed out things like how the extra attention might factor into things like awards voting.
Here’s a look at some of the best reactions to the major news about the in-season show’s debut.