I would like to propose a trade. Details are as follows:
The Cincinnati Bengals receive Pittsburgh’s spot in the AFC playoffs. In return, the Steelers receive an opportunity bow out and save the last shred of dignity remaining from what has unraveled into a dumpster fire of a season.
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