In a hard-fought battle, the Miami Dolphins topped the Cincinnati Bengals 20-14 in Week 5 of the 2026 season. The victory keeps Miami in the playoff conversation while the Bengals look to regroup after a close loss, showcasing both teams' competitive spirit. Bo Nix led the Dolphins with a solid performance, throwing for 174 yards, while Cincinnati's Joe Burrow managed to find the end zone once with a passing touchdown. On the ground, Chase Brown shined for the Bengals, racking up 100 rushing yards, while Tee Higgins contributed with 62 receiving yards, but it wasn't enough to secure the win. Defensively, Jacob Rodriguez was a standout for Miami, recording six total tackles that helped stifle the Bengals' offensive momentum. The game's turning point came in the second half when Miami's defense tightened up, forcing crucial stops that allowed them to maintain their lead and ultimately secure the victory. Cashius Howell made a notable impact for Cincinnati with a sack, but the Dolphins' resilience on both sides of the ball proved too much to overcome.