Overview
- Joe Burrow played three series and finished 9-of-14 for 62 yards with a 4-yard TD to Charlie Jones, taking two costly sacks during the early evaluation window.
- Jayden Daniels made his 2025 preseason debut and led a four-play, 74-yard drive capped by a 14-yard rushing touchdown without attempting a pass.
- Undrafted receiver Mitchell Tinsley staked a roster case with five catches for 73 yards and two first-half touchdowns, both thrown by Jake Browning.
- Cincinnati’s backup quarterback competition remains open as Zac Taylor continues to split meaningful preseason reps between Browning and Desmond Ridder.
- Washington sat Brian Robinson, who has been discussed as a trade candidate, while Chris Rodriguez Jr. and rookie Bill Croskey-Merritt highlighted a productive early ground game.