Bengals defense shines in Week 1 win over Buccaneers
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Last updated Sep 14, 2026
Cincinnati Bengals defensive coordinator Al Golden expressed satisfaction with his unit's performance in their Week 1 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on September 14, 2026. The Bengals secured a 33-27 win, with the defense limiting Tampa to 20 points. Golden faced pressure heading into the season due to last year's struggles, where the Bengals allowed 28.9 points per game. Improvement was key, and Golden's defense forced four turnovers and registered four sacks. Although the season is just beginning, consistency is crucial for the team's playoff aspirations.
- •Bengals beat Buccaneers 33-27 in Week 1.
- •Defense limited Tampa to 20 points and forced four turnovers.
- •Golden's unit showed significant improvement from last season.
- •Cincinnati's defense must maintain this performance for playoff hopes.
- 9:25 PMYahoo Sports — Al Golden explains how Bengals defense avoided a 'balloon pop' moment
"Bengals defensive coordinator Al Golden was thrilled to see his unit perform the way it did in the Week 1 win over Tampa Bay.
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