Bears struggle in preseason loss to Bengals with key players underperforming
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 2:30 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
The Chicago Bears lost to the Cincinnati Bengals 27-9 in a preseason matchup on August 24, 2026. The team failed to score a touchdown, managing only three field goals, while the defense allowed 282 passing yards and three touchdown completions. Offensive struggles included only two successful third downs on 14 attempts and 11 penalties for 81 yards, with no red zone success in two attempts. Best performers included Maurice Alexander and Skyler Thomas, while Braxton Jones and Ruben Hyppolite II had poor outings. The Bears look to address these issues in their upcoming games.
- •Bears score only three field goals, no touchdowns against Bengals.
- •Defense allows 282 passing yards and three touchdowns.
- •Bears convert only two of 14 third downs.
- •Maurice Alexander leads with five receptions for 60 yards.
- •Braxton Jones struggles in left tackle competition.
- 2:30 PMYahoo Sports — Bears PFF grades: Best, worst performers in preseason loss vs. Bengals
"The Chicago Bears were defeated by the Cincinnati Bengals in the preseason. Here are the best and worst performances, per Pro Football Focus.
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