Cincinnati Bengals struggle with penalties in loss to Pittsburgh Steelers
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Last updated Sep 28, 2026

The Cincinnati Bengals fell to the Pittsburgh Steelers 30-27 on September 27. The game featured several self-inflicted mistakes, including a roughing the punter penalty and a failed punt attempt, leading to 10 points for the Steelers. Joe Burrow performed well, throwing three touchdown passes, but a late fumble limited any chance for a comeback. Coach Zac Taylor and the team aim to rectify these errors ahead of their Week 4 matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
- •Cincinnati Bengals lose 30-27 to Pittsburgh Steelers on September 27.
- •Bengals' penalties led to 10 points for Steelers.
- •Joe Burrow threw three touchdown passes in the match.
- •Next, the Bengals face the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 4.
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"Williams: Joe Burrow's "this is it" for winning a Super Bowl message echoes loudly. The Bengals can't afford too many more days like they had Sunday.
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