Bengals Edge Lions 16-14 in Preseason Opener; Burrow Sees Limited Action
In the preseason opener between the Bengals and the Lions in Cincinnati, Joe Burrow saw limited action, and backup quarterback Joe Flacco threw a touchdown pass. The Bengals ultimately won the game 16-14.
Philadelphia, PA, August 13, 2026 —
The Cincinnati Bengals secured a narrow 16-14 victory over the Detroit Lions in their preseason opener held in Cincinnati. The game featured limited playing time for starting quarterback Joe Burrow.
Backup quarterback Joe Flacco saw action under center and successfully connected for a touchdown pass during the contest. Further details regarding the specific players involved in the touchdown play or the circumstances surrounding Burrow’s limited participation were not provided.
The final score reflected a close matchup, with the Bengals ultimately prevailing by two points. Information about other key plays, significant statistics beyond the touchdown pass, or any notable performances from either team was not detailed in the summary.
Story summarized from the original created by JOE REEDY on www.inquirer.com, see more information here.
