Joe Burrow and Bengals Defeat Dolphins 31-24 in Week 5

Joe Burrow threw four touchdown passes as the Cincinnati Bengals beat the Miami Dolphins 31-24 at Hard Rock Stadium on Sunday. UPI, Field Level Media, and the Bozeman Daily Chronicle all reported the final score and outcome. [1][8][10]

Burrow threw three of his four touchdown passes in the first half to help Cincinnati build an 18-point lead, UPI reported. FOX Sports noted that Burrow connected with Mike Gesicki for an early touchdown. Meanwhile, Miami quarterback Malik Willis completed 15 of 27 passes for 137 yards, one score, and two interceptions, according to UPI. [1][3]

Bengals safety Jordan Battle intercepted Willis twice in the first half, CBS Sports and Sportsnet.ca reported. CBS Sports noted that Battle had identified a mechanical tell in Willis's throwing motion during pre-game preparations, noticing that the quarterback tapped the ball before passing. [4][9]

The victory helped the Bengals bounce back after entering Week 5 on a two-game losing streak, according to the New York Post. The Miami Dolphins remained winless on the season following the defeat. [1][2]