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In a thrilling overtime matchup, the Cincinnati Bengals defeated the Denver Broncos 30-24, keeping their playoff hopes alive while denying the Broncos a chance to clinch a postseason berth. Tee Higgins starred for the Bengals with three touchdown receptions, while Joe Burrow had a standout performance with over 400 passing yards. The Broncos, despite the loss, remain in contention for the final playoff spot but will need a win against the Chiefs next week.
- Bengals keep playoff hopes alive with a crucial win.
- Tee Higgins' performance was pivotal in the victory.
- Broncos need to win against the Chiefs to secure playoff spot.
Tee Higgins | WR
Breakout
Week 18
11 receptions
15 targets
131 rec yards
3 rec TDs
- Caught 11 passes for 131 yards and three touchdowns, including the game-winner in overtime.
- Demonstrated clutch performance in a critical game.
Joe Burrow | QB
Week 18
412 pass yards
3 pass TDs
- Completed 39 of 49 passes for 412 yards and three touchdowns.
- Showed resilience against a strong Broncos defense, including a key scramble.
Bo Nix | QB
Week 18
250 pass yards
3 pass TDs
1 interceptions
- Threw for three touchdowns but also had an interception late in the game.
- Struggled with consistency, particularly in the middle of the field.
Cincinnati Bengals
- Maintained playoff hopes with a crucial win over the Broncos.
- Need to win against the Steelers and rely on other teams to lose.
Denver Broncos
- Failed to clinch a playoff spot for the second consecutive week.
- Must defeat the Chiefs next week to keep playoff hopes alive.
Tee Higgins | WR
Breakout
Week 18
11 receptions
15 targets
131 rec yards
3 rec TDs
- Higgins caught 11 passes for 131 yards and three touchdowns.
- His performance was crucial in the overtime victory.
Joe Burrow | QB
Week 18
412 pass yards
3 pass TDs
- Burrow threw for 412 yards, three touchdowns, and no interceptions.
- He demonstrated resilience against a strong Broncos defense.
Bo Nix | QB
Week 18
200 pass yards
3 pass TDs
1 interceptions
- Nix had a mixed performance with three touchdown passes but also threw an interception.
- He struggled to find rhythm against the Bengals' defense.
Cincinnati Bengals
- The Bengals are on a four-game winning streak.
- They need to win against the Steelers and hope for other results to make the playoffs.
Denver Broncos
- The Broncos missed another chance to clinch a playoff spot.
- They need to win against the Chiefs next week to secure their postseason hopes.