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Fourth-and-short? The Bengals’ defense has other ideas

The Cincinnati Bengals' defense has an almost perfect record when opponents go for it on fourth down. They proved it yet again in the win at Baltimore.

Published: Thursday, 29 October 2026 at 2:00 PM
Fourth-and-short? The Bengals’ defense has other ideas
Key Things to Know
  • Dylan Oakley highlights the Cincinnati Bengals' defense for stopping opposing offenses on fourth-and-short attempts this season.
  • Opposing offenses have converted only one of seven fourth-down attempts against Cincinnati's defense.
  • Oakley credits interior defenders Dexter Lawrence and Jonathan Allen for consistently stopping fourth-down rushing attempts.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Dylan Oakley of Stripe Hype highlights the Cincinnati Bengals' defensive strength against fourth-down attempts this season. Opponents have converted just one of seven fourth-down tries against defensive coordinator Al Golden's unit, proving to be a decisive factor in tight contests.

Oakley credits defensive linemen Dexter Lawrence and Jonathan Allen with stuffing interior runs to deny conversions, notably against the Baltimore Ravens. The Bengals' defensive performance against Baltimore included a second-half shutout, four sacks, and limiting Derrick Henry to 2.6 yards per carry.

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