Bengals enter Week 6 at 3-2 following 31-24 win over Dolphins

Cincinnati carries a 68.9% playoff projection into the bye

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read

The Bengals are off to a strong start to the 2026 NFL season and are coming off a win over the Dolphins. Here's what's o Via @usatodaysports on X

What happened: The Cincinnati Bengals closed out Week 5 with a 31-24 road victory over the Miami Dolphins to move a game above .500 in the 2026 regular season. Miami entered that matchup winless and ruled out four players before dropping the seven-point decision.

Why it matters: Opening 3-2 gives Cincinnati early positioning in the AFC race as clubs evaluate roster needs ahead of the Nov. 10 trade deadline. Season projections currently peg the Bengals for a 10-7 finish with a 33.1% chance to win the division title.

By the numbers: Cincinnati Bengals entering Week 6: 3-2 record, 31-24 Week 5 road win at Miami, 10-7 projected record, 68.9% playoff probability, 33.1% division title probability.

What to watch: Cincinnati rests during its bye week before resuming its 2026 regular-season schedule.

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