Joe Burrow faces challenges with Bengals' comeback wins in tight games

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Last updated Oct 1, 2026

Joe Burrow faces challenges with Bengals' comeback wins in tight games
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Joe Burrow has recorded just one career comeback victory when trailing with eight minutes remaining, occurring in 35 attempts. Despite high expectations and a strong offensive record, Burrow's success in high-pressure situations has been limited by team performance and mistakes. In a recent game against the Steelers, Burrow completed 28 of 37 passes for 282 yards and three touchdowns, but special teams errors ultimately hindered the Bengals' efforts. With the 2026 season underway, Burrow aims to improve his fourth-quarter performance as the Bengals look to secure a spot in the playoffs.

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  • •Burrow has one comeback win when trailing with eight minutes left.
  • •He has a 10.3% touchdown rate in critical late-game scenarios.
  • •Errors from special teams contributed to a loss against the Steelers.
  • •Burrow completed 28 passes for 282 yards and three touchdowns in that game.
  • •The Bengals are aiming for a postseason return in 2026.
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  • 11:05 AMYahoo Sports — Joe Burrow has 1 career comeback win when trailing with 8 minutes left, but that doesn’t tell the whole story
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