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Cincinnati Bengals lose to Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 3 matchup

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Last updated Sep 29, 2026

Cincinnati Bengals lose to Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 3 matchup

Summary

The Cincinnati Bengals fell to the Pittsburgh Steelers 30-27 in their Week 3 game on September 27, 2026. Despite a strong performance from both quarterbacks, Joe Burrow of the Bengals and Aaron Rodgers of the Steelers, key mistakes by Cincinnati led to the defeat. Burrow was sacked in the final minute and fumbled, which Pittsburgh recovered. Following the game, a viral postgame handshake between Burrow and Rodgers was shared, highlighting the mutual respect between the players. Head coach Zac Taylor commended both quarterbacks for their performance during the matchup.

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By the Numbers

•Bengals fall to 2-1 after Week 3 loss.
•Burrow completed 28 of 37 passes for 282 yards and three touchdowns.
•Rodgers finished with 19 of 34 passes for 292 yards and three touchdowns.
•Burrow's final-minute fumble proved costly for Cincinnati.
•Zac Taylor praised both quarterbacks for their abilities.

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The Cincinnati Bengals suffered their first loss of the season on Sunday, dropping their Week 3 matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers 30-27.While the Steelers played well and had their best offensive output of the season, led by veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers, the Bengals made several critical mistakes throughout the game and ultimately shot themselves in […] The post NFL Reacts to Joe Burrow’s Viral Postgame Handshake With Aaron Rodgers appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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