Cincinnati
Bengals
0-1
34
FINAL
13
Denver
Broncos
1-0
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 18d ago
The Cincinnati Bengals secured a decisive 34-13 victory over the Denver Broncos in Week 2 of the 2027 season, solidifying their position early in the campaign. With both teams looking to establish momentum, the Bengals emerged as the clear frontrunners, showcasing their offensive firepower. Joe Burrow led the charge for Cincinnati, throwing for 275 yards and three touchdown passes, effectively controlling the game from the pocket. Mike Gesicki was his top target, racking up 114 receiving yards and making key catches that kept drives alive. Meanwhile, Denver's Bucky Irving struggled on the ground, managing only 39 rushing yards against a staunch Bengals defense. On the defensive side, the Bengals' Kris Jenkins Jr. made his mark with a crucial sack, while Carrington Valentine of the Broncos had an impressive two interceptions, but it wasn't enough to swing the momentum. The game's turning point came when Burrow connected with Gesicki for a touchdown just before halftime, extending the Bengals' lead and putting them in a commanding position. From that moment on, Cincinnati's defense held firm, stifling any hope of a Broncos comeback.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPCMP%YDSTDINTQBR
Joe BurrowQB301963%2753298.6
Bo NixQB311445%2191440.3
PJ McNairQB100%00039.5
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCYACTDLNGFUM
Bucky IrvingHB8394.9101330
Brandon AlexanderHB8334.170160
Najee HarrisHB5285.610090
Ja'Marr ChaseWR155.06050
Bo NixQB133.0—030
Mike GesickiTE000.0—000
Marvin Mims JrWR000.0—000
Cooper LauckFB000.0—000
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRYACTDLNGDROP
Mike GesickiTE511422.8732540
Jaylen WaddleWR37424.791500
Brandon AlexanderHB7689.7660190
Courtland SuttonWR35618.720200
Ja'Marr ChaseWR35016.710330
Marvin Mims JrWR33712.3130150
Tee HigginsWR33511.721160
Cooper LauckFB22512.590150
Bucky IrvingHB2168.015090
Cortez AllenTE11111.0—0110
Darius SlaytonWR188.01082
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
Evan McPhersonK23437
Jeremy CrawshawK0000
Pierre KonéP0110