who won bengals or broncos
The Cincinnati Bengals beat the Denver Broncos in their most recent notable matchup.
Quick answer
- In the late-December 2024 regular-season game in Cincinnati, the Bengals won 30–24 in overtime over the Broncos, keeping their playoff hopes alive and delaying Denver’s chance to clinch a postseason spot.
- In a later meeting on September 29, 2025, played in Denver, the Broncos won 28–3 over the Bengals in a one-sided game.
So, both teams have recent wins against each other : Bengals in the 2024 overtime thriller, Broncos in the 2025 blowout.
Mini recap: 2024 OT thriller
- Bengals 30, Broncos 24 (OT) in Cincinnati.
- Tee Higgins caught three touchdown passes, including the game-winner in overtime, and finished with 11 catches for 131 yards.
- Joe Burrow threw for 412 yards, 3 TDs and no interceptions, overcoming seven sacks from Denver’s pass rush.
Mini recap: 2025 blowout in Denver
- Broncos 28, Bengals 3 in Denver on Sept. 29, 2025.
- Denver controlled the game early, leading 21–3 by halftime and never letting Cincinnati back into it.
- Local and team recaps described it as a “brutal night” for the Bengals as the Broncos shined in prime time.
Recent Bengals vs. Broncos outcomes (HTML table)
| Date | Location | Winner | Final score | Notable notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 28, 2024 (Week 17) | Cincinnati | Bengals | 30–24 (OT) | Higgins 3 TDs; Burrow 412 yards; Bengals stay alive in playoff race. | [1]
| Sept 29, 2025 (Week 4) | Denver | Broncos | 28–3 | Broncos dominate at home; coverage calls it a “brutal night” for Bengals. | [9][3][5]