The Bengals’ 35-13 comeback win over Baltimore has lifted Cincinnati into the top 10 of every listed Week 8 power ranking. Outlets praised Joe Burrow and the team’s dominant second half, with rankings ranging from No. 5 to No. 10.

By the Numbers
  • Cincinnati is 4-2 after its 35-13 win over the Ravens.
  • The Bengals scored 35 unanswered points, including touchdowns on five straight possessions.
  • Eight outlets ranked Cincinnati between No. 5 and No. 10.
  • FOX Sports noted the 35 second-half points were tied for the second-most in franchise history.
Yes, But

The second-half performance fueled optimism, but Cincinnati needed time to find its rhythm after trailing 13-0 at halftime. The rankings also vary, with three outlets placing the Bengals at No. 9 and two at No. 10.

State of Play
  • NFL.com and CBS Sports rank the Bengals No. 5; Yahoo Sports has them No. 6.
  • ESPN, Sports Illustrated and FOX Sports place Cincinnati at No. 9; The Athletic and Bleacher Report rank it No. 10.
  • The team is preparing for its first home game since Week 4, against the Tennessee Titans.
What's Next

Cincinnati will look to carry its second-half momentum into the home game against Tennessee. Another strong showing could strengthen the growing attention around Burrow and the Bengals.

Bottom Line

The comeback made a strong case that the Bengals belong among the NFL’s top teams—but sustaining that level beyond one explosive half is the next test.