Bengals ride big first half to shocking win over Steelers

Giovani Bernard scored two first-half touchdowns after turnovers and the Cincinnati Bengals held on to stun the badly slumping Pittsburgh Steelers 27-17 on Monday night. The Bengals led 17-0 at halftime and survived a rally by the Steelers, who lost their third straight after 11 consecutive wins to start the season. Pittsburgh didn’t get a first down until more than halfway through the second quarter.

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Colts' adaptability could be key attribute for playoff run

Each week, it seems the Colts find a new winning script. Coach Frank Reich and his players believe their ability to adapt to the ever-evolving circumstances this coronavirus-impacted season is a key reason they’re on the cusp of reaching the playoffs – and capable of making a deep postseason run. ”That’s why I always remind the guys to stay calm because it (a big play) is coming,” defensive tackle DeForest Buckner said after a 27-20 victory over Houston.

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Second close loss to Colts extends Texans skid to 3 games

For the second time in three weeks, the Houston Texans suffered a crushing loss to the Indianapolis Colts. In the first game against the Colts on Dec. 6, Houston had a chance to take the lead with about 90 seconds left with the ball at the Colts 2. On Sunday, the Texans had a chance to tie it with 19 seconds left when Keke Coutee grabbed a pass from Watson, but Darius Leonard knocked the ball out before he could cross the goal line.

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Brees' comeback from injury resembled a work in progress

New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees’ return from injury got off to a rough start with no completions and one interception on his first six passes. The 41-year-old Brees had moments where he looked like his old, record-setting self. ”I can tell you the first four drives were not what we wanted with four three and outs,” said Brees, who completed just 15 of 34 passes after connecting on 73.5% of his previous passes this season.

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