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After a heartbreaking 41-38 overtime loss to the Baltimore Ravens, Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow expressed frustration over the team's performance, stating they are not currently a championship-level team. Despite a strong offensive showing, including Burrow's career-high five touchdown passes and Ja'Marr Chase's impressive 193 receiving yards, the Bengals' defense faltered, allowing the Ravens to score 13 unanswered points late in the game. Burrow's comments reflect the team's struggles early in the season, as they sit at 1-4 and face an uphill battle to reach the postseason.
- The Bengals' offense has been productive, scoring 30 points in three consecutive games.
- Burrow's performance was stellar, but the team's inability to close out games has been a recurring issue.
- The defense has struggled significantly, allowing over 38 points in back-to-back games.
Joe Burrow | QB
Breakout
400 pass yards
5 pass TDs
- Burrow threw for a career-high five touchdowns on 30-of-39 passing.
- He expressed frustration over the team's performance and acknowledged they are not a championship-level team right now.
Ja'Marr Chase | WR
Breakout
10 receptions
193 rec yards
2 rec TDs
- Chase had a standout game with 10 receptions for 193 yards and two touchdowns.
- He expressed disappointment over the team's inability to win despite a strong offensive performance.
Evan McPherson | K
Pickup
0
1 FGs missed
- McPherson missed a crucial 53-yard field goal attempt due to a poor hold.
- He has a history of making game-tying or go-ahead field goals in clutch situations.
Cincinnati Bengals
- The Bengals are struggling with a 1-4 record and have a low chance of making the postseason.
- Despite the offensive firepower, the defense's inability to stop opponents has been a major issue.
Baltimore Ravens
- The Ravens capitalized on the Bengals' mistakes to secure a comeback victory.
- Lamar Jackson's fumble in overtime was a critical moment, but the team managed to recover and win.