The Bengals defense came up with a huge takeaway on the opening drive of the game when Bell punched the ball out of running back D'Onta Foreman's arms and Bell recovered it on the Bengals 1. Cleveland had gotten deep into Bengals territory on the first play of the game when Ford raced 66 yards to the Bengals 11.

The Cincinnati Bengals at 6-8 still have a slight chance of making the playoffs, but must make sure they handle the struggling Cleveland Browns at home.