Talk about a crappy situation.
Earlier Wednesday morning, the NFLPA unveiled the outcomes of its player-led ranking system, shedding light on various aspects of team environments, from coaching staff to facilities and player treatment. Unfortunately, such assessments often reveal areas needing improvement.
According to an anonymous poll, the Cincinnati Bengals’ locker room faces significant issues, particularly with the showers. Reportedly, around 50% of the showers are dysfunctional, either lacking warm water or sufficient water pressure, while persistent plumbing problems limit toilet accessibility for players.
“The locker room is another major issue for the players,” the Cincinnati Enquirer said. “Approximately 50% of the showers don’t work; they either don’t provide warm water or there isn’t enough water pressure. They face consistent plumbing issues that limit the amount of functioning toilets the players can us
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In response to these concerns, the Bengals recently announced plans for substantial facility upgrades ahead of the 2024 season.
“The massive locker room renovation is designed to leave a space that won’t be recognizable to the team that packed up after beating the Browns last month in the final game of the season,” the team said. “The project has already begun and involves overhauling ceilings, flooring, restrooms, and showers, as well as installing state-of-the-art lockers.”
The renovation aims to transform the locker room into a space unrecognizable from its current state, involving renovations to ceilings, flooring, restrooms, showers, and the installation of cutting-edge lockers.
However, additional grievances from Bengals players highlight further areas for improvement:
- The absence of a family room or daycare for players’ families on game days, a feature offered by only four teams.
- The closure of the cafeteria on players’ days off, despite many players utilizing facility resources for additional preparation and recovery during downtime.
- Limited meal provisions, with the Bengals being one of only two teams not offering three meals a day for players consistently.
Addressing these issues will be crucial for the Bengals to enhance player satisfaction and create a more supportive team environment.
Joe Burrow deserves better, undoubtedly.
