The Los Angeles Rams were expected to compete for the Super Bowl 2022 this season as they made the playoffs in three of the last four years. On the other hand, The Bengals have not had much postseason success in recent years. They were unable to win a playoff game in over 30 years, and they have not even made the playoffs since 2015.
Although the Rams have the clear edge in terms of talent and experience, the Bengals have quarterback Joe Burrow. He is a fierce competitor with a great arm and an uncanny ability to extend plays. Other Cincinnati players will need to step up in order to support him if they want to pull off the upset.
Let’s see other top players who can put an impact on Super Bowl 2022 for their teams.
Rams players to watch in Super Bowl 2022
Matthew Stafford
After enduring all the negativity surrounding his tenure with the Lions and the doubts about his ability to win “the big game,” Stafford has finally reached the Super Bowl. Although he has faced criticism at times, Jared Goff has been a big part of the Rams’ success this season. He’s played well in the playoffs, completing 72% of his passes for 905 yards and six touchdowns.
Aaron Donald
Aaron Donald has been one of the most destructive defensive players in football for years now. This season, T.J. Watt might have won Defensive Player of the Year, but there’s no more troublesome player in the NFL than Donald.
According to Pro Football Focus, Donald’s 86 pressures placed him second in the league behind only Los Angeles Raiders edge rusher Maxx Crosby in the regular season,
Cooper Kupp
Since the Rams upgraded the quarterback position with Jared Goff, Kupp has taken his game to another level. He’s had an impressive postseason, topping 140 yards in the last two games and scoring twice against the 49ers. Kupp’s skills as a slot receiver make him especially dangerous. He spends the majority of his snaps in this role, which allows him to exploit defenses with his quickness and route-running abilities.
Bengals players to watch in Super Bowl 2022
Joe Burrow
Burrow is on fire, setting records and making a name for himself as one of the league’s best quarterbacks. His stats are only matched by his competitive drive, making him one of the most exciting players to watch. The second-year quarterback has put up impressive numbers this season (4,611 yards passing, 34 touchdowns, 108.3 passer rating) and has quickly gained a reputation as a fierce competitor.
Ja’Marr Chase
The young wide receiver has all the skills necessary to get open against press coverage and find holes in zones. He tracks the ball well downfield, making him a valuable target in the endzone. On top of that, Chase possesses excellent speed and athleticism. If you miss an angle or a tackle, he will likely take advantage and score.
Tee Higgins
The second-year receiver has been one of the best No. 2 options in the league. This year, he topped 1,000 receiving yards and broke out for 100 or more yards four times from Week 12 on. Higgins is a highly efficient receiver, ranking in the top 10 in yards per route run according to PFF. This metric illustrates that he is one of the most efficient receivers in football when given the opportunity to make a play.
