The 2012 Cincinnati Bengals enjoyed a successful season, finishing with a 10-6 record and securing a wild-card playoff berth for the second consecutive year. The team demonstrated great resilience by winning seven of their final eight games, fueled by a top-ten defense that recorded a franchise-record 51 sacks and standout performances from Pro Bowlers A.J. Green and Geno Atkins. The fourth overall pick in the 2011 NFL Draft and a seven-time Pro Bowler, A.J. Green was a premier wide receiver for the Cincinnati Bengals who ranks second in franchise history for receptions, receiving yards, and touchdowns.