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The Houston Texans are effectively eliminated from playoff contention after falling to 0-4, while the Atlanta Falcons emerged as a top-tier contender with a dominant win. The Philadelphia Eagles and Cincinnati Bengals suffered significant offensive struggles and key injuries, highlighting early-season volatility across the league.
Cincinnati Bengals wide receivers Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins are both day-to-day after suffering injuries during a 22-17 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. Chase is in the NFL concussion protocol, while Higgins has an adductor injury. Head coach Zac Taylor declined to confirm if either will play in Week 5 against the Miami Dolphins, but a Week 6 bye offers a potential path to return for Week 7.
The Cincinnati Bengals lost 22-17 to the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, marking their second consecutive defeat. Despite Joe Burrow throwing for 428 yards, the team failed to convert a final red-zone drive due to a fourth-quarter interception. Key injuries to Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins forced the Bengals to rely on backup receivers, while persistent issues with the running game and tackling continued to plague the offense and defense.
Jacksonville Jaguars coach Liam Coen used Travis Hunter exclusively on defense in a 22-17 win over the Cincinnati Bengals, marking the first time the 2024 Heisman winner played zero offensive snaps. Coen cited the absence of cornerbacks Montaric Brown and Christian Braswell as the reason for the decision, prioritizing Hunter's defensive impact over his two-way role. Hunter delivered a career-best performance, recording two pass breakups and a nullified interception, while the team continues to manage his usage amid questions about his offensive contribution.
The Jacksonville Jaguars defeated the Cincinnati Bengals 22-17 in Week 4, securing their second consecutive win and extending a 11-game winning streak. Joe Burrow threw for 428 yards but two interceptions, while Ja’Marr Chase left the game with a concussion. The Bengals’ defense struggled with tackling, and Zac Taylor faced criticism for a first-quarter punt decision.
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins suffered an adductor injury during a 22-17 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars, following the earlier exit of star teammate Ja'Marr Chase due to a concussion. Higgins recorded 11 catches for 157 yards, his second-best career total, before leaving the game in the fourth quarter. Head coach Zac Taylor confirmed the adductor diagnosis, though the severity remains unclear. The Bengals' receiving corps was further depleted by injuries to Andrei Iosivas and Colbie Young in previous games, leaving only Dohnte Meyers and Mitch Tinsley healthy for the final drive. Joe Burrow threw for 428 yards, but the team could not overcome the defensive pressure or the absence of their top two receivers.
The Jacksonville Jaguars defeated the Cincinnati Bengals 22-17 on Sunday, securing their first win against Cincinnati in four attempts. Trevor Lawrence completed 18 of 23 passes for 227 yards, while the Jaguars' defense made a critical final-play stop. The Bengals, missing key receivers Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins due to injuries, failed to convert a fourth-down chance in the red zone with 50 seconds remaining.
Cincinnati Bengals star wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase was ruled out for the remainder of their Week 4 game against the Jacksonville Jaguars after suffering a concussion. The injury occurred early in the second quarter when Chase caught a pass, had his facemask grabbed by Jacksonville cornerback Jarrian Jones, and was subsequently hit in the upper body by linebacker Ventrell Miller. Chase remained on the field for several minutes before walking to the medical tent and then the locker room. The Bengals, already missing receivers Colbie Young and Andrei Iosivas, faced a critical depth issue. The team ultimately lost the game 22-17, with Chase recording three catches for 37 yards before exiting.
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase left Sunday's game against the Jacksonville Jaguars in the second quarter to be evaluated for a concussion. Chase was tackled after a four-yard catch, during which Jaguars defensive back Jarrian Jones was penalized for grabbing his facemask. The Bengals confirmed Chase would not return to the field, and he must now clear the league's five-step protocol to be eligible for Week 5 against the Miami Dolphins. Before leaving, Chase recorded three catches for 26 yards.
Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence faces his toughest AFC opponent on Sunday, seeking his first victory against the Cincinnati Bengals. Both teams enter the Week 4 matchup at 2-1, with Lawrence acknowledging the three-game losing streak as a motivating factor. The game features a critical test for Jacksonville’s defense against Ja’Marr Chase and a challenge for their offense against new defensive star Dexter Lawrence.
The Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the Cincinnati Bengals 30-27 on Sunday, ending a two-game losing streak and a 69-game regular-season drought without scoring more than seven first-quarter points. The victory was secured by a late strip-sack from defensive tackle Derrick Harmon, which ended the game with 44 seconds remaining. The Steelers' offense, led by rookie tackle Max Iheanachor and running back Jaylen Warren, overcame a 56% completion rate by quarterback Aaron Rodgers to outlast a high-scoring performance by Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow.
The Cincinnati Bengals lost their first game of the 2026 season, falling 30-27 to the Pittsburgh Steelers in a chaotic AFC North matchup. The loss was sealed by a controversial late fumble call and multiple self-inflicted special teams errors, despite a strong performance by quarterback Joe Burrow.
The Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the Cincinnati Bengals 30-27 on Sunday, marking a significant turnaround for the team after two poor performances. Head coach Mike McCarthy credited his 'less volume, more creativity' approach, which involved simplifying the game plan and adjusting the offensive line. Aaron Rodgers led the offense with 143 passing yards in the first quarter, while running back Jaylen Warren recorded a career-high 176 yards from scrimmage. The victory was sealed by a late strip-sack by Derrick Harmon.
The Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the Cincinnati Bengals 30-27 in a high-scoring AFC North clash at Acrisure Stadium on Sunday, September 27. The game featured 411 total passing yards, with Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers throwing two touchdowns and Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow completing 282 yards. The Steelers secured the victory via a critical strip sack by defensive end Derrick Harmon in the final minute, preventing a potential game-tying field goal. Cincinnati, who entered as 3.5-point favorites, suffered their first loss of the season, dropping to 2-1.
Aaron Rodgers threw three touchdowns to lead the Pittsburgh Steelers to a 30-27 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals at Acrisure Stadium on Sunday. The win snapped a two-game losing streak for Pittsburgh and marked a significant offensive improvement after a slow start to the 2026 season. Joe Burrow also threw three touchdowns for Cincinnati, but a late-game strip-sack by Derrick Harmon sealed the Steelers' win.