Cincinnati Bengals drop in power rankings after loss to Steelers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 8:30 PM
Last updated Sep 29, 2026

After a disappointing loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers on September 27, the Cincinnati Bengals have experienced a significant drop in power rankings across major sports media. The Bengals fell to No. 12 in Yahoo Sports' rankings, a seven-spot decline, and to No. 17 in USA TODAY's rankings, which represents an eleven-spot drop. Concerns center around defensive issues, as the team allowed Aaron Rodgers to perform well, reflecting a need for improvement in pass defense. Upcoming, they face a challenging matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars at home.
- •Bengals lost to Steelers on September 27, 2026.
- •Yahoo Sports ranks them No. 12, down seven spots.
- •USA TODAY places Bengals at No. 17, down eleven spots.
- •Defensive struggles noted in loss to Steelers.
- •Next game is against the Jaguars at home.
- 8:30 PMYahoo Sports — Week 4 Cincinnati Bengals Power Rankings Roundup
"They fell according to every major sports media outlet.
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