Bengals

Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (back/ankle) is expected to play tonight against the Cincinnati Bengals barring a setback, NFL Network Insider Tom ...

Entering a short week, there was legitimate concern Tagovailoa might not be able to face off against his fellow 2020 draft classmate, [Joe Burrow](https://www.nfl.com/players/joe-burrow/), under the bright lights of Thursday night, leading to a questionable status for the game. It's not all good injury news Thursday, however, as the Dolphins as linebacker [Andrew Van Ginkel](/players/andrew-van-ginkel/) (illness) was added to the injury report and is questionable for tonight. We should expect more fireworks between the Dolphins and Bengals tonight.

The Bengals made a subtle change leading up to last week's game against the New York Jets -- and it worked.

It was the start the Bengals wanted to manifest earlier in the week. When the Bengals (1-2) won the coin toss, Cincinnati opted to start the game with the ball, instead of deferring, for the first possession of the second half. The Bengals are looking to replicate that success when they host the Dolphins. ET, Prime Video](/nfl/game/_/gameId/401437748)), Bengals coach Zac Taylor cited the “little things at practice” when talking about the urgency created after the 0-2 start. Boyd and Higgins said the offense took the field with a sense of purpose during practices. It was part of a weeklong effort to create a sense of urgency and avoid an 0-3 start.

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) drops back to pass against the Buffalo Bills in the third quarter of an NFL game at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami ...

Larry Hartstein has his finger on the pulse of Tua Tagovailoa, Tyreek Hill, Jaylen Waddle, and the Miami Dolphins.

The Dolphins are allowing 413.7 yards per game and 44.1 yards per drive this season, landing in the bottom five of the NFL in both categories. Waddle set the NFL's rookie receptions record with 104 catches last season and ranks in the top 10 in receptions and yards since the start of the 2021 season. [Visit SportsLine now to see which side of the Bengals vs. [Cincinnati Bengals](https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/teams/CIN/cincinnati-bengals/) will take on [Tua Tagovailoa](/nfl/players/2741209/tua-tagovailoa/) and the [Miami Dolphins](https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/teams/MIA/miami-dolphins/) in Week 4. - Dolphins vs. Both rank in the top five of the league in receiving yards, and Hill is bringing a new threat to Miami's offense. The six-time Pro Bowler and three-time All-Pro selection is in the top five with 14.7 yards per touch and has 317 yards and two touchdowns in three games. Now, here are several [NFL betting lines](https://www.sportsline.com/nfl/odds/) and trends for Dolphins vs. Miami is unblemished at 3-0 and riding high after a win over the [Buffalo Bills](https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/teams/BUF/buffalo-bills/). Bengals](https://www.sportsline.com/nfl/game-forecast/NFL_20220929_MIA@CIN/) on Thursday Night Football. You can [head to SportsLine to see his picks](https://www.sportsline.com/insiders/dolphins-vs-bengals-game-line-odds-miami-expert-releases-pick-for-thursday-night-nfl-showdown/?ttag=SL22_agg_cbssports_nfl_dolphinsbengalslarry). Cincinnati is 1-2 this season and coming off an important Week 3 victory over the [New York Jets](https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/teams/NYJ/new-york-jets/).

Few would have expected the Miami Dolphins to be the undefeated side and the Cincinnati Bengals to be the 1-2 side heading into their head-to-head Thursday ...

This game has the potential to be low-scoring as well, despite the fact that shops set the total at a relatively lofty 48.5 points. Miami hasn’t won at Paul Brown Stadium since 2012, losing during each of its last two trips to Cincinnati. Both clubs have trended towards the under this year. The Bengals are a much more popular play amongst bigger bettors though, evidenced by nearly four-fifths (79 percent) of the handle on their side. Cincinnati has been one of the worst squads to back in 2022. Like their straight-up record, the ‘Phins are a perfect 3-0 ATS on the year. It’s hard to go against the Dolphins right now, however, as they own the best against the spread record in football ahead of Week 4. Despite Miami’s superior record, the team will be underdogs in this Thursday Night Football contest. Cincinnati is only conceding 224.7 yards per game through the air and has allowed just two passing touchdowns while notching a pair of interceptions and six sacks. Miami is one of just two teams heading into Week 4 with an unblemished record. The squad appeared to be in danger of that outcome after stumbling to an 0-2 start but began turning things around last week with a critical victory over the New York Jets. Of those eight teams, only three would go on to hoist the Lombardi Trophy.

The Cincinnati Bengals are hosting the Miami Dolphins for Thursday Night ...

While it's risky to place a bet on a player who hasn't scored a touchdown to do just that, it feels like Hurst's time is coming. The Cincinnati Bengals are hosting the Miami Dolphins for Thursday Night Football this week with the shot to go 2-2 on the line. A Bengals player that we haven't gotten to see a ton from through three games is newly-added tight end Hayden Hurst.

In 2016, Miami threw a 74-yard touchdown pass to Kenny Stills on their second play of the game then didn't score another point in a 22-7 Bengals win. In 2018, ...

[GO DEEPERRevisiting the 2019 Bengals-Dolphins game, i.e., the day Joe Burrow almost got away](https://theathletic.com/3632567/2022/09/27/bengals-joe-burrow-dolphins-zac-taylor/) In 2019, the legendary Burrow Bowl took place where the Bengals nearly blew the No. — defensive linemen pick-sixes.

Bengals defensive tackle DJ Reader was officially placed on injured reserve Thursday.

He made a full return in 2021 and showed why the Bengals deemed him worthy of a big salary. The former Clemson standout has been one of the anchors of Cincinnati's defense since he signed with the Bengals. However, he will not need surgery and is expected to be out for roughly six weeks.

The Miami Dolphins will look to move their record to 4-0 in the 2022 when they face the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium on Thursday night.

That should be easier because of a deep defensive line getting big contributions from [Melvin Ingram](https://www.nfl.com/players/melvin-ingram/), [Zach Sieler](https://www.nfl.com/players/zach-sieler/) and [Trey Flowers](https://www.nfl.com/players/trey-flowers/). [Tua Tagovailoa](https://www.nbcsportsedge.com/football/nfl/player/57496/tua-tagovailoa) vs. Analysis: "The Dolphins have pulled an inside straight for two straight weeks. But even the best teams struggle to meet expectations when the hype gets this intense. Analysis: "The Dolphins are one of the best teams in the NFL. Analysis: "Coming off a big victory over the Buffalo Bills, the Miami Dolphins are just one of two remaining undefeated teams. Miami is bound for the classic letdown while Cincinnati continues marching back into the AFC playoff conversation." But Miami has allowed 297.7 passing yards per game (31st), 7.3 yards per attempt (26th), and has an opponents’ passer rating of 104.2 (26th). [Tua Tagovailoa](https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/2741209/tua-tagovailoa/), depending on Tagovailoa's health. This could be [Joe Burrow](https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/2179798/joe-burrow/) vs. When I think they're going to lose because they're trailing by 21 points in the fourth quarter, they win. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Week 4 kicks off with the Bengals hosting the Dolphins on Thursday Night Football. Kickoff is at 8:15 p.m. ET with the game streaming exclusively in the ...

Through the football lens of Awuzie, however, he sees a Bengals cornerback Chidobe Awuzie found himself philosophizing about defense when describing the art of the disguise. But for as long as Zac Taylor is the head coach of the Bengals and Joe Burrow is the quarterback, any time the Dolphins show up on the schedule, it’s impossible not to glance back to Dec. The Bengals had cornerbacks Chidobe Awuzie and Mike Hilton showing off the teams new white and black alternate helmets with Color Rush uniforms on Twitter this week. People are always walking through there with a view of the field. Well, probably not, but the big men on the offensive line got to have a little fun doing their best Ja'Marr Chase impersonations this week in practice. As the styles have flipped from one game to the next, what should we expect from Miami on Thursday night? Cincinnati’s defense was as solid as it has been all season long when the Bengals beat the Jets 27-12 in Week 3 and logged their first W of the 2022 season. The two squads have a past with one another on Thursday Night Football, with the Bengals grabbing a 22-7 home win over the Dolphins back in Week 4 of the 2016 season. Hill and Chase enter Week 4 tied for seventh in the NFL with 21 receptions this season. Check in with The Athletic for all the latest news, updates, insight and analysis. ET with the game streaming exclusively in the U.S.

Can the Bengals knock off the undefeated Dolphins on Thursday night? Will the Bills bounce back in a tough trip to Baltimore? Gregg Rosenthal makes his ...

[Zach Wilson](https://www.nfl.com/players/zach-wilson/) to [return](https://www.nfl.com/news/jets-qb-zach-wilson-medically-cleared-expected-to-play-sunday-vs-steelers). [Derek Carr](https://www.nfl.com/players/derek-carr/) and [Russell Wilson](https://www.nfl.com/players/russell-wilson/) both still look uncomfortable in their new offenses. [Jaycee Horn](https://www.nfl.com/players/jaycee-horn/) and [Jeremy Chinn](https://www.nfl.com/players/jeremy-chinn/) sparking a solid defense. Walker](https://www.nfl.com/players/phillip-walker/) starting games. [Mac Jones](https://www.nfl.com/players/mac-jones/)' [injury](https://www.nfl.com/news/patriots-qb-mac-jones-suffered-pretty-severe-high-ankle-sprain) is a shame because the Patriots' offense was showing signs of life. [Lamar Jackson](https://www.nfl.com/players/lamar-jackson/) right now. [D'Andre Swift](https://www.nfl.com/players/d-andre-swift/) is expected to [miss this game.](https://www.nfl.com/news/nfl-news-roundup-latest-league-updates-from-monday-sept-26) If stud receiver [Amon-Ra St. [Cooper Rush](https://www.nfl.com/players/cooper-rush/) to pass [Carson Wentz](https://www.nfl.com/players/carson-wentz/) in my "quarterbacks I trust" rankings. [Justin Herbert](https://www.nfl.com/players/justin-herbert/) doesn't want to hold the ball because of his injury and weakened protection, and if [Keenan Allen](https://www.nfl.com/players/keenan-allen/) doesn't play, the Bolts don't have enough weapons. [third in efficiency](https://www.footballoutsiders.com/stats/nfl/team-efficiency/2022/regular), while the Falcons rank eighth. That should be easier because of a deep defensive line getting big contributions from [Melvin Ingram](https://www.nfl.com/players/melvin-ingram/), [Zach Sieler](https://www.nfl.com/players/zach-sieler/) and [Trey Flowers](https://www.nfl.com/players/trey-flowers/). [Week 3 picks](https://www.nfl.com/news/week-3-nfl-game-picks-2022-nfl-season), bringing his season total to 24-23-1.

Exciting matchup with two top dogs in the AFC as the Miami Dolphins (+ 3.5) are visiting the Cincinnati Bengals (- 3.5). Two of the most promising young ...

Despite his slow start to the year, Mixon is the The Bengals have struggled a bit and not looked at all like the AFC contenders, but they have one of the most talented rosters in the NFL and should get back on track sooner rather than later. Two of the most promising young quarterbacks are going against each other.

The Athletic has live coverage of Dolphins vs. Bengals on Thursday Night Football. Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is expected to play against the ...

[Dolphins](https://theathletic.com/nfl/team/dolphins/) quarterback [Tua Tagovailoa](https://theathletic.com/nfl/player/tua-tagovailoa-9TQu1PJeoFlq725G/) is expected to play against the [Bengals](https://theathletic.com/nfl/team/bengals/) in Cincinnati on Thursday night despite being listed as questionable with leg and back injuries, according to a source. Bengals](https://theathletic.com/live-blogs/bengals-dolphins-score-thursday-night-football-nfl/jm9tpbJmld6s/) on Thursday Night Football. [Bills](https://theathletic.com/nfl/team/bills/).

The 1-2 Cincinnati Bengals host the 3-0 Miami Dolphins on Thursday Night Football ...

He's a member of College Game Day and also calls college football games for ABC and ESPN. He left in the offseason and is now a part of the Amazon Prime team. The Dolphins have a chance to move to 4-0 if they can take down the stripes and with wins against the Ravens, Bills, and Bengals in three straight games, it'll be hard to deny that they're a legitimate contender in the AFC.

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