Bengals End Losing Streak, Beat Cowboys 27-20

In a dramatic finish, the Cincinnati Bengals defeated the Dallas Cowboys 27-20, with Joe Burrow connecting with Ja'Marr Chase for a 40-yard touchdown pass just 1:01 before the end of the game. The Bengals capitalized on a critical special teams blunder by the Cowboys, where a blocked punt was recovered by Cincinnati, allowing them to regain possession and score the game-winning touchdown. Burrow completed 33 of 44 passes for 369 yards and three touchdowns, while Chase had an impressive 177 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Despite the victory, both teams remain at 5-8 and are struggling in a disappointing season, with the Bengals having ended a three-game losing streak. The performance highlighted ongoing issues for the Bengals, particularly in defense and tackling, as they strive for momentum heading into future seasons. The win is a morale boost for Cincinnati, who are mathematically still in playoff contention, albeit with slim chances.