Bengals Travel to Madrid to Defend Three-Game Win Streak Against Falcons
Cincinnati enters the international matchup in Spain with a 5-2 record, aiming to maintain its recent momentum against Atlanta.
By Dominic Foster ·
The Cincinnati Bengals face the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday at the Santiago Bernabéu stadium in Madrid, Spain. The matchup marks the final game of the Bengals' three-game winning streak. Kickoff is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. EST.
Cincinnati enters the contest with a 5-2 record. The team secured a 43-36 victory over the Tennessee Titans last week. Quarterback Joe Burrow threw a career-high six touchdowns in that game. He also rushed for one score.
Defensive tackle Jonathan Allen discussed the challenge of containing Falcons running back Bijan Robinson during a Friday press conference. Allen described the effort as an 11-man game. He emphasized the need for collective effort rather than individual heroics.
"We can't rely on one person to get the job done," Allen said. "You got to throw bodies at them. You got to swarm. You got to play with great effort. So it's going to take everybody to do their job and be consistent and patient, and we're excited for that challenge."
Wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase noted that the team has finished strong in recent games despite early struggles. He called the current approach to the season effective. Chase said he does not feel additional motivation because the game is being played overseas.
"I'm motivated, but I'm already self-motivated," Chase said. "I think the biggest thing is just having a good opportunity to play in Spain."
Head coach Zac Taylor stated that the team has focused on adjusting to the environment in Madrid. The entire squad has felt the change in setting. Taylor, Chase, and Allen all agreed that the team is taking the season one week at a time. Taylor added that improving month over month is the primary goal. The team aims to maintain its current focus while preparing for Atlanta.
