Bengals secure victory over Lions in preseason opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 3:04 AM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
The Cincinnati Bengals opened the 2026 preseason with a 16-14 victory against the Detroit Lions at Paycor Stadium on August 15. The Bengals' defense made a strong impact with two early turnovers, while quarterback Joe Flacco connected with Jack Endries for a touchdown. Joe Burrow played 13 snaps, completing 5-of-6 passes for 39 yards. Evan McPherson's 56-yard field goal initiated the scoring. This marks the Bengals' first preseason opening win since 2021. They will next face the Chicago Bears on August 22 at the same venue.
- •Bengals beat Lions 16-14 in preseason opener.
- •Defense forced two turnovers early in the game.
- •Joe Flacco threw a touchdown pass to Jack Endries.
- •Joe Burrow completed 5-of-6 passes for 39 yards.
- •Next game for the Bengals is August 22 against the Bears.
- 3:04 AMYahoo Sports — Bengals beat Detroit to win 1st preseason opener since 2021
"The Cincinnati Bengals beat the Detroit Lions, 16-14, to open the 2026 preseason.
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