Bengals and Dolphins meet for 28th time in historic rivalry

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Bengals and Dolphins meet for 28th time in historic rivalry
Summary

The Cincinnati Bengals and Miami Dolphins face off at Hard Rock Stadium on October 9 for the 28th matchup in their series, dating back to 1968. The Dolphins currently lead the all-time series 18-9 and have outscored the Bengals 613-522. Miami is looking for its first win of the season, while Cincinnati stands at 2-2. The Bengals aim for their third consecutive victory over Miami after recent wins on September 29, 2022, and December 21, 2025. The teams have established a long-standing rivalry, playing each other in every decade since the Bengals' inaugural season in the AFL.

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  • •Bengals are 2-2 this season; Dolphins seek first win.
  • •Dolphins lead all-time series 18-9, outscoring Bengals 613-522.
  • •Cincinnati won last two meetings, including 45-21 in December 2025.
  • •First met in 1968; rivalry spans across seven decades.
  • •Dolphins have five Super Bowl appearances; Bengals three.
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The series between the Cincinnati Bengals and Miami Dolphins goes back to he Bengals' inaugural season in the AFL in 1968.

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