Higgins’ Second Touchdown Pushes Bengals Ahead of Falcons in Spain

Cincinnati built a 31-17 lead over Atlanta in Spain on November 8, 2026, after receiver Tee Higgins caught an eight-yard touchdown pass from Joe Burrow late in the third quarter. It was Higgins’ second touchdown of the game, with Ja’Marr Chase also scoring for the Bengals as the two receivers shared the team’s touchdown tally at that point.

Burrow had thrown for 258 yards and accounted for four total scores. Cincinnati had also gained 81 yards on the ground, averaging 6.2 yards per carry.

The touchdown capped a drive that began at Cincinnati’s 27-yard line after Atlanta was penalized 14 yards for defensive pass interference. Running back C. Brown gained 19 yards and then 11 on consecutive carries, helping move the Bengals to Atlanta’s eight-yard line. Burrow connected with Higgins on the next play for the score, and Evan McPherson made the extra point.

The 31-17 score and statistics described the game during the third quarter; the account provided no final result.