Bengals Beat Buccaneers 34-23 for 10th Straight Win

Game Recap

The Cincinnati Bengals continued their impressive run on Sunday, December 18, with a 34-23 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The win marked the Bengals' 10th straight victory, tying the franchise record for most consecutive wins.

The Bengals were led by quarterback Joe Burrow, who threw for 300 yards and two touchdowns. Running back Joe Mixon also had a strong game, rushing for 149 yards and a touchdown. Wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase caught six passes for 129 yards and a touchdown.

The Buccaneers were paced by quarterback Tom Brady, who threw for 341 yards and two touchdowns. However, Brady also threw two interceptions, including one that was returned for a touchdown by Bengals cornerback Mike Hilton.

The Bengals' defense played a key role in the victory, sacking Brady six times and forcing three turnovers. The Buccaneers' offense was unable to sustain drives, and they turned the ball over six times.

With the win, the Bengals improved to 10-4 on the season and remain in contention for the AFC North title. The Buccaneers fell to 8-6 and their playoff hopes took a hit.

Takeaways

The Bengals' victory was a statement win that showed they are a legitimate contender in the AFC. The Bengals' offense is clicking on all cylinders, and their defense is playing at a high level. The Buccaneers, on the other hand, have some work to do if they want to make the playoffs.

• The Bengals' passing game is one of the best in the NFL. Burrow is playing at an MVP level, and he has a number of talented receivers to throw to, including Chase, Tee Higgins, and Tyler Boyd.
• The Bengals' defense is playing with a lot of confidence. They are getting pressure on the quarterback and forcing turnovers. They are also playing well against the run.
• The Buccaneers need to find a way to protect Brady. They have allowed 47 sacks this season, which is tied for the most in the NFL. They also need to find a way to get more production from their running game.
• The Buccaneers' defense needs to play better. They have allowed over 30 points in four of their last five games. They need to get more pressure on the quarterback and force more turnovers.