Bengals Struggle with Browning's Interceptions in Heavy Minnesota Loss

The Cincinnati Bengals suffered a historic 48-10 defeat to the Minnesota Vikings in their first game without injured franchise quarterback Joe Burrow, marking the worst loss by point margin in franchise history. Backup quarterback Jake Browning, who has thrown five interceptions since taking over, struggled significantly, with high pressure rates and turnovers contributing heavily to the loss. The Bengals also faced severe issues with ball security, including multiple fumbles by key players, which led to defensive touchdowns and points for the Vikings. The team's run game is underperforming, averaging only 2.4 yards per carry, which further hampers Browning's effectiveness. Despite calls from fans and analysts to consider acquiring veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins, the Bengals appear to favor Browning due to his familiarity with the team's system and the financial constraints of trading for Cousins. Meanwhile, the Baltimore Ravens face their own offensive challenges with Derrick Henry's recent fumbling and a decrease in rushing efficiency, though they remain competitive in scoring.