Bengals' Lewis asked if he wants to coach team in 2018: 'Sure'

A report emerged Sunday suggesting Cincinnati Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis plans to leave the team at the conclusion of the season after 15 years at the helm. Lewis denied the report after his team looked uninspired in a 34-7 loss to the Minnesota Vikings.

He was pressed further about his intentions on Monday, when he was asked point-blank if he'd like to remain coach of the Bengals in 2018.

"Sure," was his response, according to Geoff Hobson of Bengals.com.

"I want to coach football," he added, as reported by Katherine Terrell of ESPN.

The Bengals will miss the playoffs for the second time in as many seasons, and it appears the year can't end soon enough for all involved.