Bengals vs. Dolphins Week 5 Preview: Injury Report, Joe Burrow & Must-Win Game Predictions

The Cincinnati Bengals (2-2) head to South Florida to take on the winless Miami Dolphins (0-4) in a critical Week 5 NFL matchup! Can Joe Burrow and the Bengals bounce back from consecutive losses, get back above .500, and enter the bye week with momentum? We break down the latest Bengals injury report, key matchups, betting line movement, and our official game prediction.

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The Bengals opened as 8.5-point favorites, but the spread has dropped to 6.5 points. We'll discuss what that line movement could mean and why Cincinnati cannot afford to overlook a desperate Miami team.

The latest Bengals injury report includes Ja'Marr Chase's concussion protocol and chances of playing, Tee Higgins' groin, adductor, and neck injuries, Jonathan Allen's knee, and updates on Brian Cook, Jordan Battle, Barrett Carter, Dalton Risner, BJ Hill, and the Bengals' secondary. How will these injuries impact Cincinnati's chances against Miami?

Joe Burrow must protect the football and avoid costly interceptions. Can Chase Brown help establish the running game? Will the Bengals defense pressure Malik Willis, create turnovers, and eliminate missed tackles? We also discuss Cincinnati's need for a fast start, improved tackling, better field position, and more aggressive defensive play-calling.

We examine the Bengals' chances of winning the AFC North, where they stand behind Baltimore, and why a victory before the bye week could be crucial to their playoff hopes.

Can Cincinnati cover the spread and earn a convincing road win? We share our Bengals vs Dolphins prediction and final score, explaining why this is a major opportunity for Joe Burrow and the Bengals to get back on track.

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