Bengals 16, Chiefs 6: Kansas City Finishes Worst Season in Franchise History

Compared to what Lions fans are dealing with, folks in Kansas City and Cincinnati are rooting for a team that is on the right track. Of course, we all know that isn't true, as the Chiefs just capped off a 2-14 season, their worst in franchise history.

They did manage to win two games, but this truly was one of the worst teams in NFL history. Counting last year, they have lost 23 of 25 games. The Chiefs recorded just 10 sacks this season, breaking the record for least sacks in a season (the Colts had 11 in 1982).

What is amazing is that they were sharing the field with the Cincinnati Bengals. The Bengals have been one of the worst franchises in the NFL over the past 17 years and were 1-11-1 just three weeks ago. An upset win over the Redskins and wins over the listless Browns and Chiefs gave Cincy a nice three-game winning streak to end the season. It also gives an excuse for owner Mike Brown to stay the course and keep head coach Marvin Lewis.

That will be the easiest decision for both teams. The Bengals have to decide whether or not to use the franchise tag on free agent T.J. Houshmandzadeh. They also have to figure out what to do with Chad Johnson who had his worst season since his rookie year. Carson Palmer is coming off a major elbow injury and replacement Ryan Fitzpatrick is also a free agent. Add in there is whether or not to bring a surprisingly productive Cedric Benson back.

Kansas City has bigger fish to fry. They will be looking for a new general manager due to Carl Peterson's retirement. Head coach Herm Edwards is sure to be out the door as soon as possible, yet finding his replacement will be on hold until a GM is found. The young roster will have a lot of turnover and team will have to focus on finding a long term solution at quarterback. There is also the question of what to do with Larry Johnson.

Should be a fun offseason in both Kansas City and Cincinnati as they will look to make 2008 a part of the distant past.