# Cincinnati Bengals NFL season performance

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/cincinnati-bengals-nfl-season-performance
> Updated: 2026-10-25T23:45:25.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

The Cincinnati Bengals experienced a period of improved performance in October 2026. Following a victory against the Miami Dolphins, the team saw a rise in media power rankings, supported by defensive improvements and quarterback Joe Burrow’s play. Analysts noted Burrow’s performance, with Mark Schlereth describing him as ‘the best quarterback in football without question.’

This momentum continued as the Bengals overcame a 13-0 halftime deficit to defeat the Baltimore Ravens 35-13. Joe Burrow contributed four touchdown passes in the second half of that game. Wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase attributed the comeback to a halftime speech where he was ‘screaming’ at teammates to take responsibility for the offense. These results improved the Bengals' record to 4-2.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-25: Cincinnati Bengals overcome halftime deficit to defeat Baltimore Ravens

The Cincinnati Bengals defeated the Baltimore Ravens 35-13, overcoming a 13-0 halftime deficit behind four second-half touchdown passes from Joe Burrow.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cincinnati-bengals-overcome-halftime-deficit-to-defeat-baltimore-ravens

### 2026-10-13: Cincinnati Bengals rise in power rankings following win over Dolphins

Following a win against the Miami Dolphins, the Cincinnati Bengals have climbed in power rankings, prompting analysts to reassess the team's heavy reliance on quarterback Joe Burrow.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cincinnati-bengals-rise-in-power-rankings-following-win-over-dolphins

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