Bengals gain playoff positioning with win over Ravens in Week 7

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Last updated Oct 28, 2026

Bengals gain playoff positioning with win over Ravens in Week 7
Summary

The Cincinnati Bengals continued their playoff push with a victory over the Baltimore Ravens during Week 7. The win improved the Bengals' record to 4-2, placing them among the contenders in the AFC, though they still trail the 5-2 Cleveland Browns in the AFC North. Cincinnati, bolstered by strategic acquisitions during the offseason, remains well-positioned for upcoming matchups, including two more meetings with both Baltimore and Pittsburgh, and games against Tennessee, Kansas City, and Indianapolis. Their remaining schedule features one of the easier strengths in the NFL, setting them up for a favorable playoff scenario if they can maintain their current momentum.

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  • •Bengals now 4-2, sitting behind the Browns in the AFC North.
  • •Win pushes Ravens to No. 9 in the AFC standings.
  • •Cincinnati has two more games each against Pittsburgh and Baltimore.
  • •Upcoming divisional matchups critical for playoff positioning.
  • •Bengals have one of the easier remaining schedules in the NFL.
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  • 12:00 AMYahoo Sports — Bengals' playoff seeding outlook after win over Ravens
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