The Jacksonville Jaguars vs Bengals match player stats from Week 2 of the 2025 NFL season show a 31-27 Cincinnati win at Paycor Stadium on September 14, 2025. Both teams entered the game unbeaten after Week 1, and the result turned on a late scare for the Bengals when quarterback Joe Burrow left with a toe injury. Backup Jake Browning threw three interceptions but still delivered the winning score, a 1-yard sneak with 18 seconds left.
Trevor Lawrence and the Jaguars offense moved the ball well, gaining 423 total yards, but two turnovers and a slow-closing defense let Cincinnati escape with the win. The absence of Burrow for most of the second half shaped the final quarter, forcing Cincinnati to lean on Browning and wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase, who finished with 14 catches for 165 yards. Jacksonville built an early lead behind three Lawrence touchdown passes, but the Bengals answered with a 92-yard, 15-play drive to close it out.
Match Overview
| Detail | Information |
| Date | September 14, 2025 |
| Venue | Paycor Stadium, Cincinnati, OH |
| Competition | NFL Week 2, 2025 Regular Season |
| Final Score | Jaguars 27, Bengals 31 |
| Records After Game | Jaguars 1-1, Bengals 2-0 |
Pre-Match Context
Both teams arrived at Paycor Stadium with 1-0 records after Week 1 wins. Cincinnati was chasing its first 2-0 start since 2018, while Jacksonville, under first-year coach Liam Coen, wanted to prove its opening win was not a fluke. The Bengals had Joe Burrow back at quarterback and a healthy Tee Higgins and Ja’Marr Chase, giving them a full complement of offensive weapons. Jacksonville rolled out its own retooled offense around Trevor Lawrence, running back Travis Etienne, and rookie two-way player Travis Hunter.
Jaguars cornerback Montaric Brown (ankle) and offensive lineman Wyatt Milum (knee) were ruled out before kickoff, thinning Jacksonville’s depth in the secondary and along the line. The game changed in the second quarter when Burrow was sacked by Arik Armstead and did not return, forcing Jake Browning into extended action for the first time all season. That shift put more pressure on Cincinnati’s running game and receivers to cover for a less experienced passer under center.
Quarter by Quarter Score
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
| Jaguars | 7 | 10 | 7 | 3 | 27 |
| Bengals | 7 | 3 | 14 | 7 | 31 |
Quarter by Quarter Breakdown
First Quarter
Jacksonville scored first, needing nine plays to cover 69 yards before Trevor Lawrence found Dyami Brown for a 9 yard touchdown. Cincinnati answered on its next possession, driving 80 yards in 11 plays. Joe Burrow capped that drive with a 4 yard touchdown pass to Ja’Marr Chase with just seconds left in the quarter, tying the score at 7-7.
Second Quarter
Jacksonville pulled back ahead early in the second quarter on an 8 yard touchdown pass from Lawrence to running back Bhayshul Tuten, capping an eight play, 75 yard drive. Cincinnati trimmed the lead to 14-10 on a 31 yard Evan McPherson field goal. Late in the half, Jacksonville added a 42 yard Cam Little field goal to push the score to 17-10, the margin Jacksonville carried into the break. Burrow left the game with a toe injury after being sacked by Arik Armstead during this quarter and did not return.
Third Quarter
Cincinnati opened the second half with Jake Browning now at quarterback and drove 76 yards in seven plays, finishing with a 13 yard touchdown pass to Mitchell Tinsley, his first career catch, tying the game at 17-17.
Jacksonville answered with a five play, 30 yard drive capped by an 11 yard touchdown catch from Travis Etienne, making it 24-17. Cincinnati closed the quarter with a quick strike, as Browning connected with Tee Higgins for a 42 yard touchdown on third-and-5, tying the game again at 24-24 heading into the fourth.
Fourth Quarter
Jacksonville regained the lead on a 13 play, 67 yard drive that ended in a 25 yard Cam Little field goal, making it 27-24. Cincinnati took over at its own 8 yard line with 3:42 remaining and drove 92 yards across 15 plays, converting a fourth-and-3 along the way. Jake Browning finished the drive himself, scoring on a 1 yard sneak with 18 seconds left to give Cincinnati a 31-27 lead that held to the final whistle.
Team Stats Comparison
| Stat | Jaguars | Bengals |
| Total Net Yards | 423 | 350 |
| Passing Yards | 261 | 302 |
| Rushing Yards | 162 | 48 |
| Turnovers | 2 | 3 |
| Time of Possession | 33:11 | 26:49 |
Key Numbers That Decided the Game
Cincinnati overcame a talent and yardage disadvantage by winning the turnover battle late and finishing drives when it mattered most.
- Jacksonville out-gained Cincinnati 423 to 350 total yards but still lost the game.
- The Jaguars ran for 162 yards on 28 carries, more than triple Cincinnati’s 48 rushing yards.
- Cincinnati forced three Jaguars interceptions compared to two Bengals turnovers.
- Jacksonville held the ball for 33:11 compared to Cincinnati’s 26:49.
- The Bengals converted a fourth-and-3 on their final touchdown drive to keep the winning possession alive.
Full Box Score: Jacksonville Jaguars
Trevor Lawrence passed for 271 yards and three touchdowns but also threw two interceptions that Cincinnati converted into field position. Travis Etienne and Bhayshul Tuten combined for 113 rushing yards and gave Jacksonville a balanced run game, while Parker Washington and Dyami Brown led the receiving corps. The Jaguars defense forced three turnovers of its own but could not get enough stops in the fourth quarter.
Passing
| Player | Comp/Att | Yards | TD | INT |
| T. Lawrence | 24/42 | 271 | 3 | 2 |
Rushing
| Player | Carries | Yards | Average | TD |
| T. Etienne | 14 | 71 | 5.1 | 0 |
| B. Tuten | 8 | 42 | 5.3 | 0 |
| L. Allen | 2 | 13 | 6.5 | 0 |
| D. Brown | 1 | 9 | 9.0 | 0 |
| T. Lawrence | 2 | 4 | 2.0 | 0 |
Receiving
| Player | Receptions | Yards | Average | TD |
| P. Washington | 5 | 76 | 15.2 | 0 |
| D. Brown | 5 | 57 | 11.4 | 1 |
| B. Thomas Jr. | 4 | 49 | 12.3 | 0 |
| B. Tuten | 2 | 32 | 16.0 | 1 |
| T. Hunter | 3 | 22 | 7.3 | 0 |
| T. Etienne | 2 | 18 | 9.0 | 1 |
| B. Strange | 3 | 17 | 5.7 | 0 |
Kicking
| Player | FG (made/att) | XP (made/att) | Total Points |
| C. Little | 2/2 | 3/3 | 9 |
Returns
| Player | Returns | Yards | Average |
| P. Washington (KO) | 3 | 75 | 25.0 |
| B. Tuten (KO) | 1 | 26 | 26.0 |
| P. Washington (Punt) | 2 | 19 | 9.5 |
Defense (Top 8 by Tackles)
| Player | Tackles | Sacks | Key Play (INT/PD/FR) |
| J. Lewis | 8 | 0.0 | – |
| E. Murray | 7 | 0.0 | INT |
| F. Oluokun | 7 | 1.0 | – |
| J. Hines-Allen | 6 | 0.0 | – |
| D. Lloyd | 5 | 0.0 | INT |
| T. Walker | 5 | 1.0 | – |
| T. Campbell | 5 | 0.0 | – |
| D. Hamilton | 4 | 0.0 | – |
Full Box Score: Cincinnati Bengals
Jake Browning threw three interceptions after replacing the injured Joe Burrow but still finished 21 of 32 for 241 yards with two touchdown passes and the game-winning rushing score. Ja’Marr Chase carried the passing game with 14 catches for 165 yards and a touchdown, while Chase Brown led the ground attack with 47 yards on 16 carries. Cincinnati’s defense leaned on Daxton Hill and Geno Stone, who combined for 18 total tackles.
Passing
| Player | Comp/Att | Yards | TD | INT |
| J. Browning | 21/32 | 241 | 2 | 3 |
| J. Burrow | 7/13 | 76 | 1 | 0 |
Rushing
| Player | Carries | Yards | Average | TD |
| C. Brown | 16 | 47 | 2.9 | 0 |
| J. Browning | 1 | 1 | 1.0 | 1 |
Receiving
| Player | Receptions | Yards | Average | TD |
| J. Chase | 14 | 165 | 11.8 | 1 |
| T. Higgins | 3 | 56 | 18.7 | 1 |
| N. Fant | 3 | 28 | 9.3 | 0 |
| C. Brown | 2 | 18 | 9.0 | 0 |
| M. Gesicki | 3 | 18 | 6.0 | 0 |
| M. Tinsley | 1 | 13 | 13.0 | 1 |
| A. Iosivas | 1 | 12 | 12.0 | 0 |
Kicking
| Player | FG (made/att) | XP (made/att) | Total Points |
| E. McPherson | 1/1 | 4/4 | 7 |
Returns
| Player | Returns | Yards | Average |
| S. Perine (KO) | 6 | 154 | 25.7 |
| C. Jones (Punt) | 1 | 11 | 11.0 |
Defense (Top 8 by Tackles)
| Player | Tackles | Sacks | Key Play (INT/PD/FR) |
| D. Hill | 9 | 0.0 | INT |
| G. Stone | 9 | 0.0 | – |
| L. Wilson | 8 | 0.0 | – |
| D. Knight Jr. | 5 | 0.0 | – |
| O. Burks | 4 | 0.0 | – |
| T. Slaton | 4 | 0.0 | – |
| J. Battle | 4 | 0.0 | INT |
| T. Hendrickson | 3 | 1.0 | – |
Game Leaders and Top Performers
Ja’Marr Chase was the biggest factor in the passing game, catching 14 of his 16 targets for 165 yards and a touchdown while also crossing 400 career receptions during the first quarter. Jake Browning threw three interceptions but steadied Cincinnati’s offense after Burrow’s injury, finishing three total touchdowns and directing the winning 92 yard drive in the final minutes.
Trevor Lawrence threw for 271 yards and three touchdowns for Jacksonville, spreading the ball to five different receivers, though his two interceptions proved costly. Travis Etienne provided the Jaguars’ most consistent production, rushing for 71 yards and adding a receiving touchdown.
| Player | Team | Stat Line |
| J. Chase | Bengals | 14 REC, 165 YDS, 1 TD |
| J. Browning | Bengals | 21/32, 241 YDS, 2 TD, 3 INT, 1 rush TD |
| T. Lawrence | Jaguars | 24/42, 271 YDS, 3 TD, 2 INT |
| T. Etienne | Jaguars | 14 CAR, 71 YDS, 1 rec TD |
Starting Lineups
Confirmed starters based on verified snap and target data are listed below. Offensive line and full defensive lineup data were not available from verified sources for this matchup.
| Position | Jaguars | Bengals |
| QB | Trevor Lawrence | Joe Burrow |
| RB | Travis Etienne | Chase Brown |
| WR1 | Parker Washington | Ja’Marr Chase |
| WR2 | Dyami Brown | Tee Higgins |
| TE | Brenton Strange | Noah Fant |
| K | Cam Little | Evan McPherson |
Injury Report
Joe Burrow’s second-quarter exit was the defining absence of the game, thrusting backup Jake Browning into extended action for the first time in the 2025 season. Jacksonville was already missing depth pieces before kickoff, while Cincinnati lost a rookie defensive lineman late in the fourth quarter.
| Player | Injury | Status |
| Joe Burrow (CIN) | Toe | Out (in-game, left second quarter) |
| Shemar Stewart (CIN) | Ankle | Out (in-game, fourth quarter) |
| Montaric Brown (JAX) | Ankle | Out |
| Wyatt Milum (JAX) | Knee | Out |
| Jarrian Jones (JAX) | Back | Questionable, returned to play |
Season Series and Head to Head
Cincinnati has now won four of the last five meetings between these two teams, extending its recent edge in a series that remains tied all-time.
| Date | Away Team | Score | Home Team | Score | Result |
| 09/14/2025 | Jaguars | 27 | Bengals | 31 | Bengals win |
| 12/04/2023 | Bengals | 34 | Jaguars | 31 (OT) | Bengals win |
| 09/30/2021 | Jaguars | 21 | Bengals | 24 | Bengals win |
| 10/04/2020 | Jaguars | 25 | Bengals | 33 | Bengals win |
| 10/20/2019 | Jaguars | 27 | Bengals | 17 | Jaguars win |
| 11/05/2017 | Bengals | 7 | Jaguars | 23 | Jaguars win |
| 11/02/2014 | Jaguars | 23 | Bengals | 33 | Bengals win |
| 09/30/2012 | Bengals | 27 | Jaguars | 17 | Bengals win |
Standings Context
Both teams left Week 2 unbeaten in the win column relative to their divisions, with Cincinnati moving to 2-0 for the first time since 2018 and Jacksonville settling at 1-1 in coach Liam Coen’s second game.
| Team | Record After Week 2 | Division |
| Cincinnati Bengals | 2-0 | AFC North |
| Jacksonville Jaguars | 1-1 | AFC South |
Broadcast and Stream Information
| Detail | Information |
| Network | CBS |
| Game Time | 1:00 PM ET |
| Venue | Paycor Stadium, Cincinnati, OH |
FAQ’s
What was the final score of the Jaguars vs Bengals game on September 14, 2025?
The Cincinnati Bengals defeated the Jacksonville Jaguars 31-27 at Paycor Stadium in a Week 2 matchup of the 2025 NFL season.
Who threw the game-winning touchdown for the Bengals?
Backup quarterback Jake Browning scored the go-ahead touchdown himself on a 1-yard sneak with 18 seconds remaining in the fourth quarter.
Why did Joe Burrow leave the game?
Burrow suffered a left toe injury after being sacked in the second quarter and did not return, leading to extended playing time for Jake Browning.
How many yards did Ja’Marr Chase have in the game?
Chase caught 14 passes for 165 yards and one touchdown, reaching 400 career receptions during the first quarter.
How did Trevor Lawrence perform for Jacksonville?
Lawrence completed 24 of 42 passes for 271 yards with three touchdowns and two interceptions in the loss.
Which team had more total yards in the game?
Jacksonville out-gained Cincinnati 423 to 350 total yards but lost the turnover battle and the game.
Where was the game played and which network broadcast it?
The game was played at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati, Ohio, and was broadcast nationally on CBS.
Conclusion
Cincinnati’s 31-27 win kept its perfect start alive despite losing Joe Burrow to a toe injury in the second quarter. Jake Browning’s poise on the final drive, capped by his own touchdown run, decided a game that Jacksonville led for long stretches. The Jaguars showed they can move the ball against a playoff-level defense, but two interceptions and a fourth-quarter defensive letdown cost them the win.
Cincinnati now turns to the uncertainty around Burrow’s health heading into a stretch of tough opponents, while Jacksonville looks to tighten up its turnover margin as it continues its first season under Liam Coen.
