The Cincinnati Bengals handled the Miami Dolphins 31-24 on Sunday at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens before a crowd of 58,223. The Bengals moved to 3-2, while the Dolphins fell to 0-5.
The Bengals built a 21-7 halftime lead, then held on as the Dolphins won the second half 17-10. The Bengals never trailed.
The Bengals were out-gained 331-307 but won the turnover battle 3-1. The Bengals converted 9 of 13 third downs and held the ball for 31:40.
Joe Burrow of the Bengals earned Game MVP. Burrow completed 23 of 32 passes for 190 yards, 4 touchdowns and no interceptions.
For the Dolphins, Malik Willis ran 8 times for 74 yards and a touchdown.