Bengals aim to overcome October struggles against Dolphins in Week 5
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 9:31 AM
Last updated Oct 8, 2026

The Cincinnati Bengals (2-2) will face the Miami Dolphins in Week 5 on Sunday. Historically, the Dolphins hold a 10-1 record against the Bengals in October games and an 18-9 advantage in the all-time series. Notable past matchups include a 22-20 Dolphins win in 2013 and a sweep in the 'Shula Bowls' in 1994 and 1995. However, the Bengals won decisively in their last visit to Miami, securing a 45-21 victory in late 2025. Cincinnati seeks to build on that success before entering their Week 6 bye.
- •Bengals travel to Miami for a Week 5 matchup on Sunday.
- •Dolphins lead series 10-1 in October games.
- •Cincinnati won 45-21 during its last visit to Miami in 2025.
- •Both teams have a 2-2 record this season.
- •Bengals aim to perform well before their Week 6 bye.
- 9:31 AMYahoo Sports — Bengals face daunting October history against Dolphins in Week 5
"The Bengals will try to reverse a striking piece of series history when they visit the Dolphins in Week 5.
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