Lions drop close preseason game against Bengals, 16-14

The Detroit Lions faced the Cincinnati Bengals in their first preseason game on August 13, 2026, at Paycor Stadium, losing 16-14. Rookie quarterback Luke Altmyer showed promise despite a tough outing for wide receiver Isaac TeSlaa, who struggled with an interception after a pass deflected off his facemask. Defensive end Ahmed Hassanein had a standout performance with multiple disruptive plays, including two sacks. As the preseason continues, the coaching staff is expected to give TeSlaa more opportunities to improve his performance. The Lions have two more preseason games scheduled.

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