In a thrilling Week 5 showdown, the Miami Dolphins narrowly defeated the Cincinnati Bengals with a final score of 29-23. The stakes were high as both teams sought to establish momentum early in the 2026 season, but it was the Dolphins who ultimately came out on top in this hard-fought contest. Malik Willis led the charge for Miami, throwing for 2 touchdowns and guiding the offense effectively throughout the game. RJ Harvey was a standout on the ground, racking up an impressive 109 rushing yards that helped fuel the Dolphins' scoring drives. On the other side, Joe Burrow put up solid numbers for Cincinnati, passing for 269 yards and keeping the Bengals competitive until the final whistle, with Antonio Williams leading the receiving corps with 99 yards. Defensively, the Dolphins made crucial plays that shifted the momentum in their favor, highlighted by JuJu Brents' impressive 10 total tackles. Chop Robinson also contributed with a key sack that disrupted Cincinnati's rhythm. The turning point came in the second half when Miami's defense stifled a potential game-tying drive from the Bengals, allowing the Dolphins to hold on for the victory.