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This season
2026 regular season · completed games only (latest: Week 5)Record2-24 games
Points for9715th of 32
Points against8513th of 32
Point diff+1210th of 32
Off. EPA/play ?+.05510th of 32
Def. EPA/play ?−.02910th of 32
Off. success44.9%12th of 32
Def. success41.9%9th of 32
EPA = expected points added per play: how much each snap moved the team's scoring chances. Offense: higher is better. Defense: lower is better. Stats: nflverse (nflfastR), CC BY 4.0 · updated Oct 11, 1:45 PM ET
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Cincy Jungle
SB Nation team blog- Bengals vs. Dolphins game discussion
The Cincinnati Bengals are set to battle the Miami Dolphins today, so come join the fun in our game discussion! And Who Dey!!
Read at Cincy Jungle → - Bengals Ja’Marr Chase, Tee Higgins and Bryan Cook all active against Dolphins
The Cincinnati Bengals and Miami Dolphins are getting set to hit the field here soon. Both teams are feeling desperate for a win.
Read at Cincy Jungle → - Bengals News and Week 5 Dolphins Pregame Discussion
It’s Game Dey! The Bengals are in South Beach to take on the winless, but hungry Dolphins in an AFC matchup.
Read at Cincy Jungle → - Bengals trade candidates listed by PFF ahead of deadline
The Cincinnati Bengals are heading to Miami this weekend to look for a win over the Dolphins before the bye week. The Bengals are currently 2-2 but have the opportunity to get back in the win column against a Dolphins team that has yet to win a game this season.
Read at Cincy Jungle → - Bengals vs. Dolphins: How to watch, game time, TV info, and online stream
The Cincinnati Bengals find themselves with quite the opportunity heading into the final week before their Bye Week. Sitting at 2-2 after dropping their last two games in heartbreaking fashion, they will be facing the 0-4 Miami Dolphins.
Read at Cincy Jungle → - Ventrell Miller not fined or suspended for hit on Ja’Marr Chase; Boye Mafe and Myles Murphy fined
The Cincinnati Bengals are gearing up for a must-win game against the 0-4 Miami Dolphins this weekend. The Bengals are coming off a frustrating loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars last weekend, which was full of penalties from start to finish.
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- Bengals vs. Dolphins betting advice and picks for Week 5
With sports betting more popular than ever, it’s time to share a few betting options for the Cincinnati Bengals as they head south to face the Miami Dolphins in Week 5. Much like myself, I’m sure the Bengals have not been the best to cheer for or to bet on, which is why I’m…
Read at Cincy Jungle → - Zac Taylor shares what makes Dohnte Meyers special, and how he compares to Ja’Marr Chase
Going into the 2026 season, the Cincinnati Bengals had one of the best, if not the best, wide receiver rooms across the NFL. Ja’Marr Chase, Tee Higgins, Andrei Iosivas, Dohnte Meyers, and Colbie Young rounded out the room with high expectations.
Read at Cincy Jungle → - Bengals News: Ted Karras Remembers Mike Ditka
The NFL lost one of its most iconic and colorful members in league history this week. Hall of Fame tight end, coach and commentator, Mike Ditka passed away at the age of 86 this week.
Read at Cincy Jungle → - Dohnte Meyers shares insight on his increased role with Bengals
The Cincinnati Bengals may have struck gold with bringing in Dohnte Meyers this offseason. Meyers has been a fun story to follow from the moment he stepped into the building and battled his way onto the 53-man roster going into the new season.
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Yardbarker
Bengals feed- Bengals get the news they were hoping to hear before playing the Dolphins
The Cincinnati Bengals will have both wide receivers Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins at their disposal against the Miami Dolphins. The Cincinnati Bengals will have both wide receivers Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins at their disposal against the Miami Dolphins.
Read at Yardbarker → - Ja’Marr Chase, Tee Higgins Expected to Play vs. Dolphins
Ja’Marr Chase, Tee Higgins Expected to Play vs. Dolphins The Miami Dolphins will have their hands full Sunday afternoon when they host the Cincinnati Bengals at Hard Rock Stadium, as Cincinnati’s two superstar wide receivers, Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, are expected to play…
Read at Yardbarker → - Bengals Receive Massive Injury Update Before Dolphins Game
The Cincinnati Bengals’ top wide receivers, Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgin,s will both suit up Sunday against the Miami Dolphins, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported, removing the biggest uncertainty surrounding the Bengals’ offense heading into Week 5.
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- Dolphins vs. Bengals Week 5: Who’s In, Who’s Out?
Dolphins vs. Bengals Week 5: Who’s In, Who’s Out?
Read at Yardbarker → - Bengals will have important decisions to make with star wide receivers Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins before Dolphins game
The Cincinnati Bengals have concluded their week of practice ahead of their Week 5 matchup against the Miami Dolphins. Wide receivers Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins are questionable to play.
Read at Yardbarker → - Ex-Bengals Star Makes Case for Chad Ochocinco While Taking Aim at NFL Hall of Fame
Chad Ochocinco remains one of the most recognizable wide receivers in Cincinnati Bengals history. His route-running, confidence and showmanship made him a star, while his production established him among the AFC’s most dangerous receivers during his prime.
Read at Yardbarker → - 'One of the best' – Bengals star highlights Joe Burrow’s standard as Cincinnati looks to bounce back
The Bengals head into Week 5 looking to respond after consecutive losses. The team will need its playmakers to step up around Joe Burrow.
Read at Yardbarker → - Bengals get a strong positive sign from Ja’Marr Chase in latest practice ahead of game against Dolphins
The Cincinnati Bengals continue their week of practiced begun practicing ahead of their Week 5 matchup against the Miami Dolphins. Wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase returned to the practice field, still in the concussion protocol.
Read at Yardbarker → - Bengals Game This Week Could Be Seriously Impacted by Weather
The Cincinnati Bengals head to Hard Rock Stadium on Sunday looking for a much-needed win, but the remnants of Hurricane Isaias could complicate an already difficult afternoon against the Miami Dolphins.
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Cincinnati Bengals official
Official team news- Pregame Quick Hits | Ja'Marr, Tee A Go; So is Cook As Dolphins Loom
Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow has receivers Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins for Sunday’s game against the Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium.
Read at Cincinnati Bengals official → - Six Bengals Inactive For Week 5 Against Dolphins
A look at who's inactive for the Cincinnati Bengals and the Miami Dolphins in Week 5 of the 2026 season.
Read at Cincinnati Bengals official → - How To Watch Bengals at Dolphins Week 5: TV, Streaming and Radio Information
How to watch Bengals at Dolphins in Week 5: kickoff time, TV channel, streaming options, radio stations and game coverage
Read at Cincinnati Bengals official → - Russ Yeast Elevated Ahead of Week 5 | BENGALS ROSTER UPDATE
The Bengals today elevated S Russ Yeast from the practice squad to the active roster for tomorrow’s game at Miami.
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- Quick Hits | Bengals' Playmakers Questionable; Boyhood Bears Fan Ted Karras Remembers Mike Ditka
The biggest names on the Bengals’ Friday injury report heading into Sunday’s game (1 p.m.-Cincinnati’s FOX19) in Miami are questionable.
Read at Cincinnati Bengals official → - Week 5 Injury Report | Bengals at Dolphins
Take a look at the injury reports of the Cincinnati Bengals and the Miami Dolphins for Week 5 of the 2026 season.
Read at Cincinnati Bengals official → - What To Watch For | Bengals at Dolphins Week 5
The Bengals look to bounce back from a pair of one-score losses when they take on the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium on Sunday.
Read at Cincinnati Bengals official → - Game Within The Game | Born To Be A Bengal, Russ Yeast Lives On The Edge
Bengals safety Russ Yeast, who nearly lost a leg to football, has never lost his mind, bearings or composure.
Read at Cincinnati Bengals official → - Quick Hits | Bengals Working Through Injuries; (Jordan) Battle Of Miami; The King And I
Notes and quotes from Thursday at Paycor Stadium.
Read at Cincinnati Bengals official → - The Conversation | Old Uber Eats Driver Dohnte Meyers Talks Going Contactless At The Catch
Bengals.com senior writer Geoff Hobson sits down with WR Dohnte Meyers ahead of Week 5 against the Jaguars.
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Stripe Hype (FanSided)
Team blog- Zac Taylor's stale scheme may be too much for Bengals and Joe Burrow to overcome
The concerns about the Cincinnati Bengals' running game as drawn up by Zac Taylor will persist regardless of how Week 5's road trip to Miami plays out.
Read at Stripe Hype (FanSided) → - Bengals' Jordan Battle is entering dangerous territory (and the league is watching)
Cincinnati Bengals safety Jordan Battle may be playing for his job in Miami ahead of the team's Week 6 bye.
Read at Stripe Hype (FanSided) → - Among 2 live Bengals trade deadline targets at cornerback, only one would make sense
If the Cincinnati Bengals have a shot at acquiring Zyon McCollum or Brandon Stephens at the NFL trade deadline, one makes far more sense than the other.
Read at Stripe Hype (FanSided) → Stripe Hype (FanSided): 5 betting previews (Week 5)
- Bengals inactives prediction for Week 5 vs. Dolphins: Ja'Marr Chase is back
The Cincinnati Bengals' inactives list for Week 5 against the Miami Dolphins will be dominated by the news of Ja'Marr Chase's status.
Read at Stripe Hype (FanSided) → - Bengals vs. Dolphins Week 5: How to watch, injury news, top storylines, prediction
Can the Cincinnati Bengals head into their bye on a high note with a win over the Dolphins in Miami? Here's a comprehensive preview of Sunday's Week 5 action.
Read at Stripe Hype (FanSided) → - Bengals vs. Jaguars Week 4: How to watch, injury news, top storylines, prediction
The Cincinnati Bengals will have the benefit of home field as they try to rebound from last Sunday's loss in Week 4 against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Read at Stripe Hype (FanSided) → - Bengals vs. Steelers Week 3: How to watch, injury news, top storylines, prediction
All the elements are in place for the Cincinnati Bengals to blow the AFC North rival Steelers off the turf at Acrisure Stadium in Week 3.
Read at Stripe Hype (FanSided) → - Bengals' Super Bowl odds shoot up in latest NFL Supercomputer simulation
The Bengals are ranked as the most likely team to reach the Super Bowl according to Opta's NFL Supercomputer, after the first two weeks of the season.
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- Bengals inactives prediction for Week 5 vs. Dolphins: Ja'Marr Chase is back
- Jacob Rodriguez's hot start for Dolphins should give Bengals the blues
The Cincinnati Bengals had a linebacker upgrade staring them right in the face in the NFL Draft. They chose Cashius Howell over Week 5 foe Jacob Rodriguez.
Read at Stripe Hype (FanSided) → - Why the Dolphins game will be the perfect gauge of Al Golden's pass defense
The Cincinnati Bengals are facing a Miami Dolphins offense which has thrown for the third-fewest yards in the NFL this season. If Al Golden's pass defense can't keep them quiet, then he should be worried.
Read at Stripe Hype (FanSided) → - Strange Bengals silver linings from 2-game skid should ease fans' concerns
In many ways, the Cincinnati Bengals' losses to the Steelers and Jaguars might have been just the wake-up calls they needed to flourish later on.
Read at Stripe Hype (FanSided) → - Bengals’ DJ Ivey needs ‘Encanto’ treatment as he makes it hard not to talk about him
Discover why Bengals' CB DJ Ivey is making a case for a bigger role and why we shouldn't talk about it, Bruno, or Ivey, as the song goes
Read at Stripe Hype (FanSided) → - Bengals could target these 2 Eagles if Philly becomes a trade deadline seller
If the Eagles become sellers before the NFL trade deadline, the Cincinnati Bengals could have an opportunity to add two intriguing Philadelphia players.
Read at Stripe Hype (FanSided) → - Here's where the Bengals rank entering Week 5 (and where they should be ranked)
The Cincinnati Bengals land right about where their mediocre 2-2 record would suggest in the latest NFL power rankings.
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WCPO 9 Bengals
Local beat coverage- Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins active for the Bengals against the Dolphins
Cincinnati Bengals receivers Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins were both active and set to play Sunday against the Miami Dolphins.
Read at WCPO 9 Bengals → - Wide receivers Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins listed as 'questionable' for Bengals-Dolphins game
The Bengals' star receivers Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins have been listed as "questionable" for Cincinnati's game against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday, according to the Bengals' injury report.
Read at WCPO 9 Bengals → - Burrow on playing with practice squad receivers as Chase, Higgins, Young recover
Bengals head coach Zac Taylor spoke to the media about the team's plan to bounce back after two consecutive losses as injuries sideline key players on both sides of the ball.
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- 'We'll take them day to day' | Taylor gives updates on Chase, Higgins injuries
Bengals head coach Zac Taylor provided injury updates Monday on wide receivers Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins following the team's Week 4 loss to the Jaguars.
Read at WCPO 9 Bengals → - Bengals' comeback effort falls short in 22-17 loss to Jaguars
Trevor Lawrence passed for 227 yards and a touchdown, Jacksonville’s defense forced two critical turnovers and the Jaguars held off the Cincinnati Bengals 22-17 on Sunday.
Read at WCPO 9 Bengals → - Ja'Marr Chase will not return against Jaguars after concussion evaluation
Ja'Marr Chase will not return for the Bengals' Week 4 matchup against the Jaguars after he went under concussion evaluation.
Read at WCPO 9 Bengals → - Burrow seeks to stay unbeaten vs Lawrence as Bengals host Jaguars
Joe Burrow has gotten the better of Trevor Lawrence whenever their teams have met. Burrow is hoping that trend continues when his Bengals host Lawrence and the Jaguars on Sunday,
Read at WCPO 9 Bengals → - Rodgers outduels Burrow as the Steelers edge the Bengals 30-27
Aaron Rodgers passed for 292 yards and three touchdowns to outduel Joe Burrow as the Pittsburgh Steelers beat the Cincinnati Bengals 30-27 on Sunday.
Read at WCPO 9 Bengals → - Bengals aim to stay undefeated in their divisional matchup against the Steelers
Joe Burrow and Ja’Marr Chase, along with a revamped Bengals defense, will be eager to establish themselves as early AFC North favorites after a decisive road win in Houston.
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Around the NFL
From league outlets- Bengals’ Meyers returns opening kickoff 81 yards to set up Gesicki TD
Watch as Dohnte Meyers takes the opening kickoff back 81 yards before Mike Gesicki finishes the drive with a touchdown catch to give the Cincinnati Bengals an early lead over the Miami Dolphins.
Read at Sportsnet → - Bengals wide receivers Ja’Marr Chase, Tee Higgins active vs. Dolphins
Cincinnati Bengals receivers Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins were both active and set to play Sunday against the Miami Dolphins.
Read at Sportsnet → - Best Kalshi promo code CBSSPORTS55 in Florida: Get $55 bonus for Dolphins vs. Bengals in NFL Week 5
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Read at CBS Sports → Around the NFL: 2 betting previews (Week 5)
- Bengals vs. Dolphins odds, predictions: Use Polymarket promo code CBSSPORTS for $25 bonus in NFL Week 5
Joe Burrow and the Bengals visit the Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium in Week 5, and we're taking a look at the prediction markets available on Polymarket
Read at CBS Sports → - Week 5 NFL odds, picks, predictions: Computer model backs Vikings and Bengals
SportsLine's advanced model has simulated every game in the Week 5 NFL schedule 10,000 times and locked in its NFL best bets today
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- Bengals vs. Dolphins odds, predictions: Use Polymarket promo code CBSSPORTS for $25 bonus in NFL Week 5
- Can Burrow, Bengals establish identity vs. Dolphins?
The Bengals put Burrow under center but ultimately went back to what the QB knows best. What's next?
Read at ESPN → - Bengals give injury updates on wide receivers Ja’Marr Chase, Tee Higgins