Pittsburgh
Steelers
2-2
43
FINAL
93
Cincinnati
Bengals
0-4
AI Recap
AI RECAPIn a stunning display of offensive prowess, the Cincinnati Bengals toppled the Pittsburgh Steelers with a remarkable final score of 93-43 in Week 5 of the 2028 season. This matchup was critical for both teams as they vie for dominance in the competitive AFC North. The Bengals showcased their firepower, leaving no doubt about their intentions this season.
C.J. Stroud was the star of the night, throwing for an astounding 553 yards and 10 touchdowns, proving instrumental in the Bengals' offensive onslaught. His connection with Justin Jefferson, who racked up 161 receiving yards, highlighted a passing attack that kept the Steelers’ defense on its heels throughout the game. The Bengals' ability to stretch the field and create explosive plays was a key factor in their overwhelming victory.
Defensively, the Bengals also made their mark, led by Justin Williams, who recorded 6 total tackles and 3 sacks, putting pressure on the Steelers' offensive line. The game's turning point came midway through the second quarter when Williams's relentless pursuit resulted in a crucial sack that shifted momentum firmly in favor of Cincinnati, allowing them to capitalize on their offensive opportunities. Boo Carter's interception further exemplified the Bengals' dominance on both sides of the ball, sealing the game in spectacular fashion.
Passing
| Player | Pos | ATT | CMP | CMP% | YDS | TD | INT | QBR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C.J. Stroud | QB | 35 | 29 | 83% | 553 | 10 | 1 | 146.4 |
| Trevor Lawrence | QB | 26 | 10 | 38% | 185 | 1 | 2 | 44.5 |
| Bhayshul Tuten | HB | 0 | 1 | — | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
Rushing
| Player | Pos | ATT | YDS | YPC | YAC | TD | LNG | FUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bijan Robinson | HB | 22 | 352 | 16.0 | 57 | 4 | 80 | 0 |
| Bhayshul Tuten | HB | 19 | 99 | 5.2 | 34 | 3 | 14 | 0 |
| Trevor Lawrence | QB | 8 | 23 | 2.9 | 8 | 0 | 10 | 0 |
| Cam Skattebo | HB | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | — | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tyreek Hill | WR | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | — | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Harold Fannin Jr | TE | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | — | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Juwan Johnson | TE | 1 | -1 | -1.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Receiving
| Player | Pos | REC | YDS | YPR | YAC | TD | LNG | DROP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Jefferson | WR | 5 | 161 | 32.2 | 96 | 3 | 62 | 0 |
| Mark Andrews | TE | 6 | 147 | 24.5 | 136 | 0 | 56 | 0 |
| Bhayshul Tuten | HB | 9 | 133 | 14.8 | 106 | 2 | 32 | 0 |
| Ladd McConkey | WR | 6 | 112 | 18.7 | 34 | 3 | 54 | 0 |
| Harold Fannin Jr | TE | 5 | 76 | 15.2 | 17 | 0 | 27 | 0 |
| Tyreek Hill | WR | 4 | 71 | 17.8 | 41 | 2 | 45 | 0 |
| Jeremiah Smith | WR | 1 | 20 | 20.0 | 1 | 0 | 20 | 0 |
| Bijan Robinson | HB | 1 | 9 | 9.0 | 8 | 1 | 9 | 0 |
| Amon-Ra St. Brown | WR | 2 | 9 | 4.5 | 3 | 0 | 8 | 1 |
Defense
| Player | Pos | TKL | SACK | INT | FF | PD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Williams | MIKE | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jevon Holland | FS | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Micah Parsons | REDG | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Boo Carter | CB | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Cam Taylor-Britt | FS | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Nick Bolton | MIKE | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Mekhi Blackmon | CB | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Trent McDuffie | CB | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah | WILL | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jonah Williams | SS | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Omar Speights | WILL | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Talanoa Hufanga | SS | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Nolan Smith Jr | LEDG | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Cole Wisniewski | FS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| George Karlaftis | LEDG | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Gracen Halton | DT | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Ellis Robinson IV | CB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Keionte Scott | CB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jacob Parrish | CB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Cor'Dale Flott | CB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lathan Ransom | SS | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| James Pearce Jr | DT | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Kicking
| Player | Pos | FGM | FGA | XPM | LNG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jack Fox | P | 3 | 3 | 4 | 40 |
| Jake Elliott | K | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 |

