Bengals Get Struck Late As Chargers Win 34 – 27

Date: Wednesday November 20, 2024

Writer: Anthony Iles

The Bengals went to the Chargers. They started off slow. The Chargers were hot in the first half, leading with the score of 24 – 6 at halftime. In the second half Burrow and the offense made a push. The defense played better forcing Chargers to punt and causing a turnover with a fumble. Burrow threw for 356 yards and 3 TD’s. Higgins had 9 catches for 148 yards and 1 TD. Chase had 7 catches for 75 yards and 2 TD’s. RB Brown had 86 yards rushing and 5 catches for 57 yards.

Just when you think late in the game Bengals could turn the corner, things got rocky. They had a chance to get another away win. Bengals moved the ball on offense and got in FG range. In the 4th quarter, McPherson missed two field goals. These were costly and changed momentum of the game. At the end of the game Chargers got the ball. It looked like there was a chance the game could go into OT. Chargers were able to get in field goal range. They ran a run play and ended up getting a TD with 20 seconds left. Bengals had one last chance to tie the game. Burrow got a good pass play and they got to the 50. a last second hail mary was almost caught by Higgins that could have possibly sent the game to OT.

The Bengals need to get to 9 – 8 to make the playoffs and secure a Wild Card spot. Alternatively, they must win out and finish 10 – 7. It is possible to do this. However, the defense of the Bengals needs to play consistently. The offense also needs to keep putting up points. It is a tough task but I still believe they will make it in the playoffs. When they do you know none of the teams want to face Burrow. It is the BYE week this week. After this week Bengals play the Steelers in a must need win.

Who Dey!!!