The Cincinnati Bengals are the winners of four straight contests following their victory in Spain over the Atlanta Falcons. Celebrations will likely be short-lived, though, as Joe Burrow and Co. have a GIGANTIC rematch against the hated Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday Night Football.
While many areas of the Bengals’ team showed improvement, more tweaks will need to be made—not only for next Sunday, but for this Cincinnati team to make a deep 2026 run. One of the more interesting facets of Sunday night’s
rematch will be how angry the Bengals’ defense plays because of some recent struggles (being a bit overdramatic there) over the past two weeks, but also getting pushed around in Week 4.
However, a potential source of big news will be if the Bengals spring for a trade before Tuesday’s deadline. The team could use additional help in a few areas, even if for additional rotational depth.
What were your thoughts on the Bengals’ 34-17 win over the Falcons?
Bengals News
Postgame Quick Hits | Thoughts and Observations Off Week 9 Madrid Victory Over Falcons
Joe Burrow went Joey Matador here Sunday and turned stately Bernabeu Stadium into his personal bull ring with three more touchdown passes as the Bengals kept rolling in a 34-17 victory over the Falcons that was their fourth straight win with all coming on at least 31 points
Bengals offense sends a message in Madrid despite Joe Burrow’s attempt to downplay it
The Cincinnati Bengals return from Spain at 6-2 after their first win outside the United States. Joe Burrow kept his reaction modest, though the way Cincinnati’s offense opened against the Falcons tells a much bigger story.
5 winners (and 2 losers) for Bengals from Madrid manhandling of Falcons
The Cincinnati Bengals’ defense got some much-needed aid from the Atlanta Falcons’ self-destructive offensive penalties, but ultimately, the team’s 34-17 rout in Madrid was more about Joe Burrow and the passing attack.
Bengals Soaring in Unfamiliar Territory, and We’re Not Talking About Spain
Cincinnati offense hitting peak levels not seen in Burrow era
Cincinnati offense hitting peak levels not seen in Burrow era
‘First class in every way.’ Bengals win on and off the field in Spain
Bengals’ next move after beating Falcons should be Jessie Bates trade
The Cincinnati Bengals beat up on the Atlanta Falcons in Madrid to reach 6-2 on the season.
NFL News
2026 NFL season, Week 9: What We Learned from Sunday’s games
Around The NFL breaks down what you need to know from Sunday’s action in Week 9 of the 2026 NFL season. Catch up on each game’s biggest takeaways using the links below:
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The Rams do not believe Nacua suffered a torn ACL, but the wide receiver will undergo imaging on Monday to confirm
Jaxon Smith-Njigba reaches 1,000 receiving yards in Seahawks’ 8th game of season
Jaxon Smith-Njigba of the Seattle Seahawks became the first NFL player this season to reach 1,000 receiving yards with a short catch in the first quarter against the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday.
Broncos WR Jaylen Waddle, CB Riley Moss suffer concussions against Panthers
Broncos wide receiver Jaylen Waddle and cornerback Riley Moss sustained concussions within minutes of each other in Denver’s 26-21 victory over the Carolina Panthers on Sunday.
Dallas Goedert on whether he’ll be traded: “For the right price, everybody’s available”
Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert has been in the league long enough that he understands how the business works.
