CINCINNATI -- The Bengals arent sure how many plays theyll get out of linebacker Vontaze Burfict in his first game back from a league suspension.They know that no matter what the number, itll likely make a difference.Burfict sat out the first three games for his repeated illegal hits, including one during the Bengals latest first-round playoff loss. His hit to receiver Antonio Browns head drew a penalty that set up Pittsburghs last-minute field goal for an 18-16 win at Paul Brown Stadium.The Bengals (1-2) had their defense shredded during a 29-17 loss to Denver on Sunday, with Trevor Siemian throwing a career-high four touchdown passes.Cincinnati hosts the Dolphins (1-2) on Thursday night needing something -- or somebody -- to get the defense turned around.Coach Marvin Lewis said the defense felt different when Burfict went onto the field for a light practice on Tuesday.You feel it as soon as he walks on the field, Lewis said. His command of things is excellent.Burfict is known for his grasp of the defense and his innate ability to read plays and get to the ball. The question is whether he can rein in his propensity for illegal hits.The linebacker has been repeatedly penalized and fined during his career. The NFLs three-game suspension gave notice that his behavior wont be tolerated. Although Burfict insists that he wont change his style of play, the coaching staff has talked to him about his decisions on the field. Theyve prepared him for opponents trying to goad him.Burfict also has had concussions because of his head-first style of play, something else that the coaches have tried to change.He knows, defensive coordinator Paul Guenther said. Weve talked at length about all that stuff. Im sure hes aware of whats at stake.I still want him to be an aggressive player. I dont want any linebackers being passive. But again, at the same time, people are going to be looking for him, so hes got to understand that and do it the right way. Hopefully he learned his lesson off what happened.Burfict could get a significant number of plays. Last season, he missed the first six games while recovering from offseason knee surgery. He returned for a 16-10 win at Pittsburgh, had solo tackles on each of the first two plays, and was on the field for nearly half of the defensive plays.Burfict said hes in better physical condition this time because hes not returning from an injury. He worked out on his own during the suspension.This is totally different, Burfict said. I was coming off an injury last time. Ive had more time to condition and work out. I feel I can play a full game, but its up to them. They said if I look tired, theyre going to pull me out.Game notes TE Tyler Eifert said his ankle feels strong after a full week of limited practices. 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