Bengals start season with victory over Buccaneers, prepare for Texans
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 11:00 AM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026
The Cincinnati Bengals defeated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 33-27 on September 13, 2026, to open their season 1-0. Joe Burrow led the offense, throwing a pick-six but also contributing key plays to secure the win. The Bengals' defense recorded four sacks against Baker Mayfield, forcing four turnovers throughout the game. Next, the Bengals will head to Houston to take on the Texans in their second game of the season.
- •Burrow's performance included a pick-six but showed promise.
- •Bengals defense recorded four sacks and forced four turnovers.
- •Amarius Mims effectively shut down Rueben Bain Jr.
- •Bengals travel to Houston for their next matchup.
- 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — Bengals Tuesday Trenches: 1-0 and ready for Houston
"After sinking some pirates, the Bengals are off to Houston to face…. people from Texas?
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