Lions lose preseason opener to Bengals despite Hassanein's strong performance
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Last updated Aug 14, 2026
The Detroit Lions fell 16-14 to the Cincinnati Bengals in their preseason opener at Paycor Stadium on August 13. Ahmed Hassanein had a standout game, recording two sacks and a strip sack. Despite a solid first half from rookie quarterback Luke Altmyer, the Lions struggled offensively, with Altmyer totaling 13 completions for 130 yards and one touchdown. The Lions managed to score late in the game but could not secure a final drive after an interception by Bengals defensive back Russ Yeast. The performance marks a challenging start for the Lions as they prepare for the upcoming regular season.
- •Lions fall 16-14 to Bengals in preseason opener
- •Ahmed Hassanein records two sacks for Detroit
- •Luke Altmyer throws for 130 yards and one touchdown
- •Cincinnati recovered an onside kick late in the game
- •Detroit's defense forced key turnovers against Cincinnati
- 2:44 AMYahoo Sports — Ahmed Hassanein Dominates During Detroit Lions Preseason Loss to Bengals
- 2:11 AMYahoo Sports — Ahmed Hassanein arrives in Lions' 16-14 preseason loss to Bengals
"Ahmed Hassanein's two sacks weren't enough to save the Detroit Lions from a 16-14 preseason loss to the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium.
"Ahmed Hassanein erupted for two sacks, three QB hits and a forced fumble during the Detroit Lions’ 16-14 preseason loss to Cincinnati.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 14, 2026, 2:44 AMAhmed Hassanein Dominates During Detroit Lions Preseason Loss to Bengals
Ahmed Hassanein erupted for two sacks, three QB hits and a forced fumble during the Detroit Lions’ 16-14 preseason loss to Cincinnati.
- Yahoo SportsAug 14, 2026, 2:11 AMAhmed Hassanein arrives in Lions' 16-14 preseason loss to Bengals
Ahmed Hassanein's two sacks weren't enough to save the Detroit Lions from a 16-14 preseason loss to the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium.
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