Cincinnati Bengals Triumph Over Los Angeles Rams | Game Recap”
Cincinnati Bengals Face Off Against Los Angeles Rams
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow is set to play against the Los Angeles Rams as Paycor Stadium hosts Monday Night Football. The Bengals (0-2) enter the game with two losses to division foes, while the Rams are 1-1 after beating the Seattle Seahawks in Week 1 and losing to the San Francisco 49ers in Week 2.
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Game Odds and Broadcast
The Bengals are 3-point favorites, and the over/under point total is set at 45.5. The game will be broadcast locally on WLWT-TV, with the radio broadcast on WEBN (102.7-FM) and ESPN1530 (AM).
The Governor laying down the LAW 👏#LARvsCIN | 📺 ESPN pic.twitter.com/0Dgs0WccXl
— Cincinnati Bengals (@Bengals) September 26, 2023
Los Angeles Rams Narrow the Gap
During the game, the Los Angeles Rams closed the gap with a late touchdown in the fourth quarter. Quarterback Matthew Stafford completed a 1-yard pass to Tutu Atwell, and kicker Brett Maher converted the point-after attempt.
Cincinnati Bengals Extend Their Lead
The Cincinnati Bengals maintained their lead, with favorable field possession after forcing a punt by the Los Angeles Rams. Quarterback Joe Burrow and the offense couldn’t reach the red zone, but kicker Evan McPherson converted a 54-yard field goal to extend the Bengals’ lead.
Mixon his way to the end zone.#LARvsCIN | 📺 ESPN pic.twitter.com/Agw6lT0W9p
— Cincinnati Bengals (@Bengals) September 26, 2023
Los Angeles Rams Secure Their First Turnover
The Cincinnati Bengals were driving, but a pass from quarterback Joe Burrow to wide receiver Tyler Boyd was intercepted, giving Los Angeles their first turnover of the game.
Cincinnati Bengals Extend Lead Again
The Cincinnati Bengals drove down the field but couldn’t enter the Los Angeles Rams’ red zone. Kicker Evan McPherson converted a 49-yard field goal, extending the Bengals’ lead by 10 points.
Man on a mission 😤#LARvsCIN | 📺 ESPN pic.twitter.com/sEIIM5nYjk
— Cincinnati Bengals (@Bengals) September 26, 2023
Cincinnati Bengals Score Their First Touchdown and Take the Lead
The Cincinnati Bengals’ offense made a methodical drive and scored a 14-yard run touchdown, capping a 10-play, 75-yard drive. Kicker Evan McPherson converted the point-after attempt, giving Cincinnati a 4-point lead.
Los Angeles Rams Take the Lead with a Field Goal
The Cincinnati Bengals’ defense held strong in the red zone, forcing a 42-yard field goal from Los Angeles Rams kicker Brett Maher.
Cincinnati Bengals Tie the Game Before Halftime
The Cincinnati Bengals’ defense forced a punt, and the offense had the ball back with 1:25 remaining in the first half. Cincinnati’s drive stalled in Rams’ territory, but kicker Evan McPherson converted a 53-yard field goal to tie the game as the second quarter ended.
Cincinnati Bengals Fail to Score After Interception
The Bengals couldn’t capitalize on the Logan Wilson interception after Tee Higgins was called for offensive pass interference. The Rams regained possession at the two-minute warning and received the second-half kickoff.
Cincinnati Bengals’ Logan Wilson Intercepts a Pass
Linebacker Logan Wilson intercepted Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford, giving Cincinnati the ball at the Rams’ 40-yard line. Cincinnati attempted a pass to wide receiver Tee Higgins, but he was called for offensive pass interference.
Ball hawk.#LARvsCIN | 📺 ESPN pic.twitter.com/uWd84QfuKT
— Cincinnati Bengals (@Bengals) September 26, 2023
Both Teams Trade Punts
The Cincinnati Bengals and Los Angeles Rams traded punts after the Rams took the lead with a field goal.
Cincinnati Bengals’ Drive Stalls After a Sack and Incomplete Pass
Quarterback Joe Burrow was sacked by defensive tackle Aaron Donald, forcing a third-and-long situation. Punter Brad Robbins had a short punt, giving the Rams the ball at their own 36-yard line.
Los Angeles Rams Take a 3-Point Lead with Another Field Goal
The Rams drove down the field against the Bengals’ defense, but their drive stalled in the red zone. Kicker Brett Maher converted a 23-yard field goal to give the Rams the lead in the second quarter.
Cincinnati Bengals Tie the Game After a Drive Stalls
The Bengals had their third false-start penalty of the game and forced another field goal by kicker Evan McPherson. McPherson converted a 49-yard field goal to tie the game.
Cincinnati Bengals Trail Los Angeles Rams 3-0 After First Quarter
The Bengals entered the second quarter in Rams’ territory but had no points on the board after two drives in the first quarter. Kicker Evan McPherson missed a 56-yard field goal on the opening drive. Cincinnati’s defense performed well, allowing only 3 points to the Rams.
Rams Score After Bengals Miss Field Goal
The Cincinnati Bengals’ defense held strong after the Los Angeles Rams entered the red zone, forcing a 30-yard field goal by Brett Maher, which he made. The Rams led the Bengals 3-0 with 8:22 left in the first quarter.
Bengals Drive Into Rams Territory, Miss Field Goal
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow completed 3 of 6 passes for 27 yards on the opening drive, but the team fell short of scoring any points. Kicker Evan McPherson missed a 56-yard field goal, giving the Los Angeles Rams possession at their own 37-yard line.
Joe Burrow Active for the Game
Despite calf injury concerns, Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow was active and played against the Los Angeles Rams.
Bengals’ Inactive Players
The Cincinnati Bengals’ inactive players included Irv Smith Jr. and Trenton Irwin. Other inactive players were running back Chris Evans, cornerback DJ Ivey, center Trey Hill, tackle Jackson Carman, and defensive tackle Jay Tufele.
Puka Nacua Active for the Rams
Puka Nacua, the rookie who is the Los Angeles Rams’ leading wide receiver, was active and played against Cincinnati.
