Overview
- McDaniel called Ewers’ debut a “good starting point,” said the rookie “earned some opportunities,” and indicated he is likely to start the final two games.
- In his first NFL start, the seventh-rounder completed 20 of 30 passes for 260 yards with two interceptions, led three touchdown drives, and was not sacked.
- Cincinnati opened the second half with four straight touchdown drives as Miami committed three turnovers and failed on a fourth down, producing a 21-0 third quarter.
- Tua Tagovailoa was demoted to the emergency third quarterback, and NFL Network reporting suggests he is unlikely to be with Miami in 2026.
- The defeat locked in a second consecutive losing season and intensified scrutiny of the defense and coaching, with Joe Burrow throwing for 309 yards and four touchdowns and local coverage noting looming cap and roster questions.