The defensive coordinator and head coach say it's their responsibility but also that their message is still getting through to players.

CINCINNATI — Bengals defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo didn't pass the blame onto anyone else on Monday afternoon. Anarumo opened up his conversation with reporters by taking blame for the Bengals' issues on defense.

Taylor and Anarumo try to sound optimistic about what issues can be fixed, but it's going to take time and better personnel.

Cincinnati Bengals defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo's defense continued to struggle during Sunday's 44-38 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers in NFL Week 13 at Paycor Stadium. It was the Bengals' third consecutive loss. Cincinnati has allowed 99 points in those three games.

Though he’s only been with the team for less than a year, Geno Stone has been the representation for the Cincinnati Bengals front office’s failure to competently address the safety position since letting Jessie Bates walk in free agency after the 2022 season.

A day after a disappointing loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers, coach Zac Taylor and defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo didn't shy away from shouldering their share of the blame for the Cincinnati Bengals' three-game skid and a season that has slipped away.

Here's what defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo had to say about the Bengals' defensive performance in a loss to the Steelers.

John Sheeran discusses Lou Anarumo's performance as the Cincinnati Bengals defensive coordinator and explains why he cannot be retained any longer.