Overview
- The Cincinnati Bengals improved to 3-4 with a 21-14 win over the Cleveland Browns, marking Joe Burrow's first NFL victory in Cleveland.
- Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson was carted off the field with a non-contact Achilles injury, leaving the team to rely on backups Dorian Thompson-Robinson and Jameis Winston.
- Charlie Jones ignited the Bengals' early lead with a 100-yard kickoff return for a touchdown, but offensive challenges persisted with no third-down conversions in the first half.
- The Bengals' defense capitalized on key moments, including a turnover on downs and an interception by Sam Hubbard, to maintain control of the game.
- Despite the win, the Bengals face concerns with injuries to key players, including left tackle Orlando Brown Jr. and safety Geno Stone.