In a closely contested Week 4 matchup on October 4, 2026, the Jacksonville Jaguars edged out the Cincinnati Bengals with a final score of 16-10 at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati. (actionnetwork.com)
The game was marked by significant injuries on both sides. Bengals' star wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase suffered a concussion in the second quarter after a hard hit to the head, leading to his exit from the game. (thescore.com) Additionally, Bengals' wide receiver Tee Higgins sustained an injury during the game, further depleting Cincinnati's receiving corps. (aol.com)
The Bengals also faced challenges with several key players inactive due to injuries, including safety Bryan Cook, safety Kyle Dugger, linebacker Swayze Bozeman, and defensive tackle B.J. Hill. (bengals.com) On the Jaguars' side, starting cornerback Montaric Brown was inactive due to a hamstring injury. (jaguars.com)
Despite these setbacks, the Jaguars' defense capitalized on the Bengals' weakened offense, securing the victory and improving their season record. The Bengals, now facing potential absences of key players in upcoming games, will need to address these injuries as they prepare for the rest of the season.