Nevertheless, the Bengals are 1-0. Quarterback Joe Burrow, who led the NFL in passing yards and touchdown passes in 2024, had one TD pass Sunday and just 113 yards. Tee Higgins and Ja'Marr Chase combined for less than 60 receiving yards. "We stole one today," Burrow told reporters after the game.

These two AFC North rivals open the season in Cleveland with the Bengals looking to return to the playoffs after a two-year absence. The Bengals are again hoping their offensive trio of quarterback Joe Burrow and receivers Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins can put up enough points to offset any shortcomings on defense.