The 2009 Cincinnati Bengals enjoyed a resurgent season, winning the AFC North title with a 10-6 record and achieving a historic 6-0 sweep of their division opponents. Under NFL Coach of the Year Marvin Lewis, the team demonstrated great resilience in the face of significant off-field adversity, led by a top-ranked defense and standout offensive performances from Cedric Benson and Chad Ochocinco.