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Bengals Beat Commanders 31-17 as Burrow Tunes Up, Daniels Debuts and Tinsley Breaks Out

The nationally televised tune-up doubled as a roster evaluation, with several depth decisions still unsettled.

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Aug 18, 2025; Landover, Maryland, USA; Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Mitchell Tinsley (82) catches a touchdown pass over Washington Commanders cornerback Car'lin Vigers (22) during the first half at Northwest Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images
Bengals vs Commanders - NFL Preseason Week 2
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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.