Jaguars hold off Bengals for 22-17 win, Cincinnati drops to 2-2
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Last updated Oct 4, 2026
The Jacksonville Jaguars defeated the Cincinnati Bengals 22-17 on October 4 in NFL Week 4. Joe Burrow threw for 428 yards, including two interceptions, as Cincinnati's late rally fell short. The Bengals were without key receivers Ja'Marr Chase, ruled out for a concussion, and Tee Higgins, who left late in the game. Despite Burrow's passing performance, the Bengals struggled running the ball and ended the game with a series of incompletions. Jacksonville improved to 3-1, whereas Cincinnati's loss marks their second consecutive defeat, creating pressure heading into their next matchup against the Dolphins.
- •Jaguars improve to 3-1 after the victory over the Bengals.
- •Joe Burrow finishes with 428 passing yards and two interceptions.
- •Ja'Marr Chase ruled out due to concussion; Tee Higgins injured but returned.
- •Bengals dropped to 2-2, losing their second consecutive game.
- •Next game for Bengals is against the Dolphins in Week 5.
- 8:30 PMYahoo Sports — Jaguars hold off Bengals' rally, drop Cincinnati to 2-2 - Reactions
- 8:26 PMYahoo Sports — Jaguars hold off Bengals for 22-17 win
"Joe Burrow didn't have Ja'Marr Chase or Tee Higgins on the field at the end of Sunday's game, but he almost brought the Bengals back against the Jaguars.
"The Jaguars withstood the Bengals' late rally, and Cincinnati's top two receivers suffered injuries.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 4, 2026, 8:30 PMJaguars hold off Bengals' rally, drop Cincinnati to 2-2 - Reactions
The Jaguars withstood the Bengals' late rally, and Cincinnati's top two receivers suffered injuries.
- Yahoo SportsOct 4, 2026, 8:26 PMJaguars hold off Bengals for 22-17 win
Joe Burrow didn't have Ja'Marr Chase or Tee Higgins on the field at the end of Sunday's game, but he almost brought the Bengals back against the Jaguars.
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