Bengals Drop Game 34-12 at Pittsburgh

PITTSBURGH – November 16, 2025

The Bengals fell short 34-12 at Pittsburgh on Sunday, which gives Cincinnati a three-game losing streak. The previous losses occurred 39-38 against the New York Jets and 47-42 against the Chicago Bears respectively.

Joe Flacco was 23-of-40 for 199 yards, one touchdown, and one interception. Chase Brown tallied 18 carries for 99 yards, which led all players.

Tee Higgins tallied three catches for a team-leading 63 yards and one touchdown as Higgins scored Cincinnati’s lone TD of the contest. Tight end Noah Fant had five receptions for 36 yards. Ja’Marr Chase was held to just three receptions for 30 yards.

Cincy was outscored 24-6 in the second half. The time of possession was basically identical as the Steelers had possession for 30:05, while the Bengals had 29:55. Cincinnati finished the game with 297 total yards, while Pittsburgh had 343.

The Bengals fall to 3-7, while the Steelers are 6-4. Up next for Cincinnati is a home game against New England.