Bengals Take Early Lead Over Ravens with 14-7 First Half Advantage
The Cincinnati Bengals are off to a strong start against the Baltimore Ravens in their Week 5 matchup, holding a 14-7 lead at halftime. The Bengals' offense has found its rhythm, while the Ravens' offense has struggled to find consistency.
Joe Burrow has been impressive for the Bengals, completing 14 of 18 passes for 143 yards and a touchdown. He has connected with Ja'Marr Chase on several key plays, including a 44-yard touchdown pass in the second quarter that gave the Bengals a 14-0 lead.
Lamar Jackson has had a more difficult time for the Ravens, completing just 9 of 16 passes for 66 yards. He has also been sacked twice and has yet to find a rhythm in the passing game.
The Bengals' defense has been dominant, forcing two turnovers in the first half. They have been particularly effective in shutting down the Ravens' running game, limiting J.K. Dobbins to just 23 yards on 9 carries.
Here are some key highlights from the first half:
- Bengals score first: Joe Burrow connected with Tee Higgins for a 22-yard touchdown pass, giving the Bengals an early 7-0 lead.
- Chase's big play: Ja'Marr Chase took a short pass from Joe Burrow and turned it into a 44-yard touchdown, extending the Bengals' lead to 14-0.
- Ravens get on the board: Lamar Jackson threw a 10-yard touchdown pass to Mark Andrews, cutting the Bengals' lead to 14-7.
The second half promises to be an exciting one as the Ravens will be looking to claw their way back into the game. However, the Bengals have shown they are a formidable opponent and will be looking to build on their lead.
Stay tuned for updates throughout the second half!