{
  "id": 13987168,
  "title": "Joe Burrow Sends Message to Bengals After Nearly Blowing Dolphins Game",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/joe-burrow-sends-message-to-bengals-after-nearly-blowing-dolphins-game",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-12T15:28:20.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Newsweek",
    "slug": "newsweek",
    "url": "https://www.newsweek.com/sports/nfl/joe-burrow-sends-message-to-bengals-after-nearly-blowing-dolphins-game-12555014"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Cincinnati Bengals secured a 31-24 victory against the Miami Dolphins in Week 5, despite displaying a sloppy performance. The Bengals faced a critical moment when they allowed Miami to score 14 points in the fourth quarter. However, they managed to secure the win and improved their record to 3-2. Quarterback Joe Burrow conveyed his dissatisfaction with the team's execution. \"We got to be smarter,\" Burrow stated to reporters. He highlighted two fumbles in the red zone, personal fouls that negatively impacted field position, and other costly mistakes. Burrow emphasized the need for improvement and fixing these issues to establish a great team. It is evident that the Bengals' shaky game was fortunate, as they could still win, especially against a less formidable opponent like the Dolphins, who currently stand at 0-5. As the team prepares for their upcoming matchup against the Baltimore Ravens on Oct. 25, Burrow and the Bengals must demonstrate a significant improvement in their gameplay. This game holds particular significance for Cincinnati, as the Ravens currently lead them in the AFC North.",
  "summary": "Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow gave his team a clear message after they almost blew their game against the Dolphins.",
  "key_points": [
    "Bengals win 31-24 against Dolphins in Week 5",
    "Joe Burrow criticizes team's sloppy performance",
    "Burrow cites fumbles, fouls, and costly mistakes"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}