The Cincinnati Bengals a reportedly set to fire head coach Marvin Lewis after the team struggled to a 6-10 record this season.
Lewis just finished up his 16th season with the franchise, where he led the Bengals to seven playoff appearances during his tenure.
However, the most glaring issue with the postseason stat is the fact that Cincinnati was unable to win a single playoff game since Lewis took over as head coach in 2003.
So, with the lack of postseason success, it sounds like the team's front office decided that it was best to go in a different direction at this point, according to ESPN's Dianna Russini.
Marvin Lewis has been fired per source. #Bengals
— Dianna Russini (@diannaESPN) December 31, 2018
Lewis had a 131-122 record as Bengals coach, which included six seasons with 10 or more wins.
But as we all know, it's a results-based business in the NFL, and the inability to lead Cincinnati beyond the AFC Wild Card round what was eventually cost Lewis his job.
And, after the lackluster results this season, it makes sense that the Bengals would finally make the move after it seemingly felt like Lewis was on the hot seat several times during his run.
As for where the Bengals go from here, it will certainly be interesting to watch how the coaching search unfolds.
There are obviously a lot of offensive playmakers on the roster, but there are still areas in need of upgrades.
Of course, another question is whether or not Lewis could become a candidate with the various other jobs that are expected to come available in the NFL.
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