The Bengals and Joe Burrow's "joe cool" demeanor in the AFC playoffs are a huge reason why they're playing in the Super Bowl.
I have to say from my armchair view, their Defense has been just as good and even a bit better advancing them to SB 56.
The Bengals defense has been a chainsaw in the playoffs and their half time/in-game adjustments have been absolutely stellar.
Defense wins Championships 90% of the time, and the Bengals defense is firing on all cylinders.
The Rams defense has also been stellar, so it appears on the surface this game will probably be won by a combination of...
Turnover differential
Situational football decisions made by the head coaches
Big plays made by the offenses
Special teams in all facets
Crucial petalites in crucial times of the game