Denver
Broncos
1-0
49
FINAL
24
Cincinnati
Bengals
0-1
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 37d ago
In a commanding performance, the Denver Broncos topped the Cincinnati Bengals 49-24 in Week 2 of the 2027 season. With both teams aiming for an early edge in the standings, the Broncos showcased their offensive prowess, leaving no doubt about their intentions to compete for a playoff spot this year. Bo Nix was the standout star for Denver, throwing for 317 yards and four touchdowns, demonstrating his ability to lead the offense effectively. RJ Harvey added to the dominance with a strong ground game, rushing for 119 yards, while Deion Burks proved to be a reliable target, racking up 138 receiving yards. The offensive firepower was too much for the Bengals to handle, and they struggled to keep pace throughout the game. Defensively, Talanoa Hufanga led the Broncos with eight total tackles, contributing to a unit that effectively contained Cincinnati's offensive attempts. The turning point came in the second quarter when the Broncos scored three unanswered touchdowns, swinging the momentum decisively in their favor. Despite a sack from Colin Simmons for the Bengals, the Denver defense held firm, allowing their offense to build a comfortable lead and secure the victory.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPCMP%YDSTDINTQBR
Bo NixQB281761%31740139.4
Joe BurrowQB442761%2742094.3
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCYACTDLNGFUM
RJ HarveyHB181196.6441300
Chase BrownHB12665.5380350
Jonah ColemanHB8546.8272210
Will ShipleyHB5122.4โ€”040
Joe BurrowQB2105.0โ€”090
Tahj BrooksHB252.5โ€”130
Justin JolyTE221.0โ€”010
Jaylen WaddleWR000.0โ€”000
Tee HigginsWR000.0โ€”001
Ja'Marr ChaseWR000.0โ€”000
Trey'Dez GreenTE000.0โ€”000
Deion BurksWR000.0โ€”000
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRYACTDLNGDROP
Deion BurksWR613823.0832700
Ja'Marr ChaseWR913715.2381240
Jaylen WaddleWR311137.0652691
Tee HigginsWR8759.4190160
Chimere DikeWR33411.390180
Colbie YoungWR12727.030270
Evan EngramTE22311.5โ€”0240
Trey'Dez GreenTE4194.81181
Cayden LeeWR188.0โ€”080
Justin JolyTE177.06070
Chase BrownHB263.04051
Jonah ColemanHB242.08030
Dylan WadeFB221.0โ€”010
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
Evan McPhersonK11355
Wil LutzK0070