Miami
Dolphins
0-1
24
FINAL
26
Cincinnati
Bengals
1-0
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 8d ago
The Cincinnati Bengals narrowly defeated the Miami Dolphins with a final score of 26-24 in a tightly contested Week 2 matchup of the 2028 season. Both teams fought hard, with the Dolphins looking to build momentum early in the season, but the Bengals ultimately held off their opponents for the win. Drew Mestemaker led the Dolphins' offense, throwing for 161 yards and one touchdown, showcasing his ability to move the ball downfield. Meanwhile, De'Von Achane was a standout in the ground game, racking up 82 rushing yards, while Deuce McHusband contributed 50 receiving yards to keep Miami competitive throughout the game. Defensively, the Bengals were formidable, with Witt Weeks leading the team with five total tackles, while Cashius Howell added a crucial sack. However, it was Gilbert Boley's two interceptions that proved pivotal, helping shift the momentum in favor of Cincinnati. The Bengals’ defense played a critical role in sealing the victory, with Boley's second pick coming at a crucial moment, ensuring they could maintain their slim lead to the final whistle.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPCMP%YDSTDINTQBR
Drew MestemakerQB201365%1611466.8
Joe BurrowQB301550%1330148.3
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCYACTDLNGFUM
De'Von AchaneHB13826.3161470
Chase BrownHB13765.8250340
Joe BurrowQB24120.5—1350
Colbie YoungWR11212.060120
Deuce McHusbandTE000.0—000
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRYACTDLNGDROP
Deuce McHusbandTE45012.5180140
Adonai MitchellWR24020.020260
Ja'Marr ChaseWR4358.8160160
Tee HigginsWR33411.320130
Caleb DouglasWR23216.0—0160
Colbie YoungWR3289.330150
Rocky BersTE22311.570150
Chris BellWR2189.061130
De'Von AchaneHB2178.5120140
Chase BrownHB3134.322080
Khari BlasingameFB144.07040
Defense
Box score: defensive stats by player
PlayerPosTKLSACKINTFFPD
Gilbert BoleyFS10200
Barrett CarterMIKE30100
Antoine Winfield JrFS20102
Jordan BattleSS20100
Witt WeeksMIKE50000
Laiatu LatuLEDG21000
Chris JohnsonCB40000
Kyle LouisWILL30000
Cashius HowellLEDG11000
Dexter Lawrence IIDT11000
Shemar StewartREDG20000
Tacario DavisCB10001
Rod MooreSS10001
Boye MafeREDG10000
Martel HightCB10000
Kenneth GrantDT10000
Matayo UiagaleleiREDG10000
Jordyn BrooksSAM10000
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
Evan McPhersonK44262
Ryan StonehouseK11356
Bryce BaringerP0000