Bengals Overcome Ravens with Strong Second Half Performance
The Cincinnati Bengals staged a remarkable comeback against the Baltimore Ravens, winning 35-13 in a divisional matchup on Sunday. After a lackluster first half, the Bengals scored touchdowns on five straight possessions in the second half.
Initially, the Ravens dominated the game, controlling the ball for 22:20 compared to the Bengals' 7:40. Joe Burrow struggled early, completing only 6 of 12 passes for 43 yards, while Tee Higgins did not record a catch in the first half. The momentum shifted in the third quarter when Burrow connected with Mike Gesicki for a 6-yard touchdown, followed by a 13-yard touchdown pass to Higgins, giving Cincinnati a 14-13 lead.
The Bengals continued their scoring streak with a 1-yard touchdown run by Samaje Perine and a 2-yard touchdown reception by Ja'Marr Chase. Burrow capped off the scoring with a 16-yard touchdown pass to Drew Sample after a defensive interception. Burrow finished the game with 22 completions on 30 attempts for 292 yards and four touchdowns. The Ravens, who had a strong first half, struggled in the second half, converting only one third down after the first half. The Bengals will next face the Titans at home, while the Ravens will travel to play the Bills.
