In a dominant performance, the Cincinnati Bengals topped the Cleveland Browns 41-13 in Week 18 of the 2026 season, solidifying their playoff positioning. With the stakes high, the Bengals showcased their offensive prowess and defensive strength to secure a convincing victory at home. Cincinnati's quarterback Joe Burrow led the charge, throwing for 351 yards and three touchdowns, while star receiver Ja'Marr Chase torched the Browns' secondary with an impressive 217 receiving yards. Despite the loss, Cleveland's Quinshon Judkins was a bright spot on the ground with 81 rushing yards, but it wasn’t enough to keep pace with the explosive Bengals offense. Defensively, the Bengals were relentless, highlighted by Dax Hill's 11 total tackles and Boye Mafe's 1.5 sacks, applying consistent pressure on the Browns' offense. The turning point came in the second quarter when Brian Branch's interception set up another Bengals touchdown, effectively swinging the momentum and allowing Cincinnati to pull away for good.