Date: Wednesday November 10, 2026
Writer: Anthony Iles
The Cincinnati Bengals traveled overseas to Madrid, Spain, this past Sunday to take on the Atlanta Falcons. Atlanta entered the game looking to bounce back after a frustrating 16-0 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers the previous week. Despite the rainy conditions in that game, Tampa Bay attempted just three passes while rushing 56 times for 324 yards and a touchdown.
Knowing the Falcons would come out with something to prove, it wasn’t surprising to see them put together a strong opening drive and find the end zone on their first possession. However, Joe Burrow and the Bengals answered immediately. Burrow connected with Ja’Marr Chase on a spectacular 47-yard touchdown strike, setting the tone for the rest of the afternoon.
As the game progressed, Cincinnati’s defense settled in and began taking control. The Bengals did an excellent job limiting Atlanta’s offensive opportunities and forcing the Falcons to work for every yard.
Burrow was outstanding, completing 24 of 29 passes for 271 yards and three touchdowns. He also added a rushing touchdown to cap off another impressive performance. Chase was his favorite target, hauling in 10 receptions for 155 yards and a touchdown. Tee Higgins contributed five catches for 32 yards and two touchdowns, while rookie wide receiver and kick returner Meyers added two catches for 47 yards. Tight end Mike Gesicki finished with two receptions for 11 yards, ending his streak of five consecutive games with a touchdown reception.
Defensively, Cincinnati focused on containing Atlanta’s star running back, Bijan Robinson. While Robinson still surpassed the century mark with 19 carries for 100 yards and a touchdown, along with six receptions for 47 yards, the Bengals prevented him from completely taking over the game. Drake London led the Falcons’ receivers with five catches for 68 yards.
Once the Bengals took the lead, they never looked back. Cincinnati rolled to a convincing 34-17 victory. The final score could have been even more lopsided, but Samaje Perine wisely slid down after picking up a late first down, allowing the Bengals to run out the clock in victory formation rather than score again.
The win improves Cincinnati to 6-2 and sets up a massive Sunday Night Football showdown against the Pittsburgh Steelers next week. Both teams enter the game riding four-game winning streaks, and the winner will take sole possession of first place in the AFC North.
The Bengals have a chance to make a statement, extend their winning streak to five, and move into first place in one of the NFL’s toughest divisions.
WHO DEY! 🐅🏈
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