Game Recap: Patriots at Bengals
Nick Goss/ NBC Boston
The Patriots broke their two game losing streak today with a win against the Bengals. The Patriots beat the Bengals 34-13. The Patriots started slow but took an early 7-0 lead. After that the Pats allowed 10 unanswered points. Then, the Patriots out scored the Bengals 24-3. Rex Burkhead got a late touchdown against his former team. Over all the Patriots looked mediocre to start but ultimately ended up looking decent over all. Take that for what its worth considering its the, 1-11, Bengals.
Tome Brady led the Patriots in passing, going 15-29, for 128 yards, and two touchdowns. Sony Michel led the Pats in rushing, with 19 carries for 89 YDS. James White led the Pats in receiving with three receptions for 49 yards, and one touchdown.
Andy Dalton led the Bengals in passing going 17-31 for 151 yards, one touchdown and 4 INT. Joe Mixon led the Bengals in rushing, with 25 carries for 136 yards. Tyler Eiffert led the Bengals in receiving with three receptions for 44 yards.
The Patriots cliched a playoff spot with that win and and daily happy with their progress. The defense is getting back to where it needs to be and will have a test next week with the Bills. Onto the Bills.
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