Bengals Turn Attention to Massive Primetime Game Against Steelers After Madrid Win
Both teams enter 6-2, and the winner will take control of the AFC North in a Sunday Night Football matchup.
- The Cincinnati Bengals host the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday at Paycor Stadium with the AFC North division lead at stake, both teams entering the prime-time matchup tied at 6-2.
- Returning from a 34-17 victory over the Atlanta Falcons in Madrid, Spain, the Bengals face a well-rested Steelers squad coming off their Week 9 bye. Pittsburgh won the previous meeting 30-27 on September 27.
- Joe Burrow leads the league with a 73.0% completion rate, 298.3 passing yards per game, and 23 touchdowns. During the four-game winning streak, the Bengals' offense converted 63.6% of third downs, far exceeding the 39.3% league average.
- Head coach Zac Taylor adjusted the practice schedule, including a Wednesday walkthrough, to manage the transition after international travel. "It's a great opportunity for us to be back here," Taylor said.
- Cincinnati seeks its first AFC North title since 2022, building on its best start since 2015. The game broadcasts exclusively on WLWT this Sunday.
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Bengals Beat Falcons in Madrid, Tie Steelers for AFC North Lead
The Bengals beat the Falcons 34-17 in Madrid, extending their winning streak to four games and moving into a tie with Pittsburgh atop the AFC North. Joe Burrow and the offense stayed sharp despite the international trip, while Cincinnati’s defense made key stops to seal the win. The team now heads home for a pivotal matchup with the Steelers.
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