Lions struggle in first half of preseason opener against Bengals

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Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Lions struggle in first half of preseason opener against Bengals
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The Detroit Lions faced the Cincinnati Bengals in their preseason opener, where they trailed 10-0 after a challenging first half. Quarterback Luke Altmyer saw significant action but threw an interception after a strong start. Cincinnati took the lead with a 56-yard field goal and later scored a touchdown following a Lions turnover. The Lions managed a field goal late in the half, but offensive inconsistencies hampered their scoring efforts. The game, played on August 14, has not concluded yet, with both teams set to continue their preseason evaluations.

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  • Detroit trails Cincinnati 10-3 at halftime.
  • Luke Altmyer started strong but threw an interception.
  • Cincinnati scored on a 7-yard touchdown after recovering a fumble.
  • Lions avoided a shutout with a 41-yard field goal.
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Everything you need to know from the Lions first half of their preseason opener.

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Detroit falls short of completing the second half comeback against the Bengals.

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