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The Cincinnati Bengals are preparing to face the Atlanta Falcons in Madrid, Spain, on November 8 after defeating the Tennessee Titans 43-36 in overtime. Joe Burrow threw five touchdowns, while Tee Higgins earned AFC Offensive Player of the Week honors. Cincinnati also placed rookie defensive end Cashius Howell on injured reserve following wrist surgery.
The Cincinnati Bengals are preparing for their international matchup against the Atlanta Falcons after securing a dramatic overtime victory over the Tennessee Titans.
Cincinnati Bengals improved their record to 5-2 following a 43-36 win over Tennessee on November 1 at Paycor Stadium.
The team will travel to Madrid, Spain, for its Week 9 game against Atlanta on Sunday, November 8.
Bengals rally for overtime victory against Titans
The Bengals overcame a competitive performance from Tennessee to secure their fifth win of the season.
Quarterback Joe Burrow completed 38 of 48 passes for 462 yards and five touchdowns. He also scored the game-winning touchdown with a nine-yard rushing play in overtime.
Wide receiver Tee Higgins recorded 10 receptions for 155 yards and two touchdowns. Ja’Marr Chase contributed 141 receiving yards and another touchdown on 11 catches.
The Titans also produced 440 total yards, keeping the game competitive through regulation. However, Cincinnati scored the decisive touchdown in overtime to finish the contest.
Tee Higgins earns AFC Offensive Player of the Week
Higgins received AFC Offensive Player of the Week honors following his performance against Tennessee.
His 155 receiving yards and two touchdowns helped Cincinnati complete the comeback and secure the victory.
Burrow also received recognition for his performance, earning a nomination for the FedEx Air & Ground Players of the Week award.
The recognition highlights Cincinnati’s offensive production as the team enters the next week of its schedule.
Rookie defensive end Cashius Howell placed on injured reserve
The Bengals also face personnel challenges heading into their international game.
Cincinnati placed rookie defensive end Cashius Howell on injured reserve on November 3 after he underwent surgery for a wrist injury.
Howell appeared in all seven games before the injury, recording six tackles, five quarterback hits and one sack.
Cornerback DJ Turner II and defensive end Cedric Johnson also sustained injuries during the Titans game. Both players were initially considered day-to-day, making their availability important to monitor ahead of Sunday’s matchup.
Bengals face Falcons in Madrid
Cincinnati will meet the Atlanta Falcons at Santiago Bernabéu Stadium in Madrid, Spain, on November 8.
The Bengals enter the matchup with a 5-2 record, while Atlanta holds a 3-5 record.
The Falcons are coming off a 16-0 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Their offense struggled in that game, with quarterback Michael Penix Jr. throwing four interceptions.
The upcoming matchup gives Cincinnati an opportunity to extend its winning record while playing its third international game in franchise history.
Kickoff is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. Eastern Time, or 10:30 p.m. Philippine time.
Cincinnati looks to build momentum
The Bengals’ latest victory provides momentum heading into their international appearance. Their offense has demonstrated strong production through Burrow, Higgins and Chase.
However, injuries on defense remain an important concern as Cincinnati prepares to face Atlanta.
The Falcons will also look to recover from their recent shutout loss, setting up a matchup between two teams seeking to improve their positions during the 2026 NFL season.
FAQs
What is the Cincinnati Bengals’ current record?
The Bengals have a 5-2 record heading into their Week 9 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons.
Where will the Bengals play their international game?
The Bengals will play the Falcons at Santiago Bernabéu Stadium in Madrid, Spain. The venue is also the home stadium of Real Madrid.
Are the Cincinnati Bengals currently in playoff contention?
With a 5-2 record, Cincinnati is positioned to compete for a postseason spot. Its performance in the remaining regular-season games will determine its playoff standing.
Why are the Bengals playing in Madrid, Spain?
The Bengals are participating in the NFL’s international games program, which brings regular-season matchups to international venues to expand the league’s global audience.
