Quick answer
- Winner
- Cincinnati Bengals
- Final score
- Cincinnati Bengals 34–20 Arizona Cardinals
- Halftime
- Cincinnati Bengals 23–14 Arizona Cardinals at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- Ja'Marr Chase
- Top passer
- Joe Burrow
- Biggest EPA play
- (1:30) (Shotgun) 9-J.Dobbs pass short right intended for 0-Z.Pascal INTERCEPTED by 29-C.Ta…
- Game date
- 2023-10-08
Game summary
The Cincinnati Bengals beat the Arizona Cardinals 34–20 on 2023-10-08. Ja'Marr Chase posted a game-high +17.09 total EPA in the receiving.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 27 combined points.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Cincinnati Bengals | 10 | 13 | 7 | 13 | 0 | 34 |
 Arizona Cardinals | 0 | 14 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 20 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.
CINCincinnati Bengals
(7:15) (Shotgun) 9-J.Burrow pass short left to 1-J.Chase for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
2-E.McPherson extra point is GOOD, Center-48-C.Adomitis, Holder-10-B.Robbins.
(1:50) 2-E.McPherson 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-C.Adomitis, Holder-10-B.Robbins.
(12:30) (Shotgun) 9-J.Dobbs pass deep right to 2-M.Brown for 25 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
5-M.Prater extra point is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-12-B.Gillikin.
(8:31) (Shotgun) 9-J.Dobbs pass short left to 86-Z.Ertz for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
5-M.Prater extra point is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-12-B.Gillikin.
(1:30) (Shotgun) 9-J.Dobbs pass short right intended for 0-Z.Pascal INTERCEPTED by 29-C.Taylor-Britt at ARI 11. 29-C.Taylor-Britt for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
2-E.McPherson extra point is GOOD, Center-48-C.Adomitis, Holder-10-B.Robbins.
(13:47) (Shotgun) 9-J.Burrow pass deep right to 1-J.Chase for 63 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
2-E.McPherson extra point is GOOD, Center-48-C.Adomitis, Holder-10-B.Robbins.
(7:39) 31-E.Demercado left end for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
(7:54) (Shotgun) 9-J.Burrow pass short right to 1-J.Chase for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
2-E.McPherson extra point is GOOD, Center-48-C.Adomitis, Holder-10-B.Robbins.
(6:36) 2-E.McPherson 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-C.Adomitis, Holder-10-B.Robbins.
2-E.McPherson kicks 65 yards from CIN 35 to end zone, Touchback.
ARIArizona CardinalsFantasyHQ Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- CINCincinnati Bengals
Q1 7:15TD Ja'Marr ChasePoints+6
- Yard line
- ARI 2
- Score
- 6-0
(7:15) (Shotgun) 9-J.Burrow pass short left to 1-J.Chase for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- CINCincinnati Bengals
Q1 7:09XP Evan McPhersonPoints+1
- Yard line
- ARI 15
- Score
- 7-0
2-E.McPherson extra point is GOOD, Center-48-C.Adomitis, Holder-10-B.Robbins.
- CINCincinnati Bengals
Q1 1:50FG Evan McPhersonPoints+3
- Yard line
- ARI 22
- Score
- 10-0
(1:50) 2-E.McPherson 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-C.Adomitis, Holder-10-B.Robbins.
- ARIArizona Cardinals
Q2 12:30TD Montaric BrownPoints+6
- Yard line
- CIN 25
- Score
- 10-6
(12:30) (Shotgun) 9-J.Dobbs pass deep right to 2-M.Brown for 25 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- ARIArizona Cardinals
Q2 12:25XP Points+1
- Yard line
- CIN 15
- Score
- 10-7
5-M.Prater extra point is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-12-B.Gillikin.
- ARIArizona Cardinals
Q2 8:31TD Zach ErtzPoints+6
- Yard line
- CIN 4
- Score
- 10-13
(8:31) (Shotgun) 9-J.Dobbs pass short left to 86-Z.Ertz for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- ARIArizona Cardinals
Q2 8:28XP Points+1
- Yard line
- CIN 15
- Score
- 10-14
5-M.Prater extra point is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-12-B.Gillikin.
- CINCincinnati Bengals
Q2 1:30TD Cam Taylor-BrittPoints+6
- Yard line
- CIN 99
- Score
- 16-14
(1:30) (Shotgun) 9-J.Dobbs pass short right intended for 0-Z.Pascal INTERCEPTED by 29-C.Taylor-Britt at ARI 11. 29-C.Taylor-Britt for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- CINCincinnati Bengals
Q2 1:23TD Evan McPhersonPoints+7
- Yard line
- ARI 15
- Score
- 17-14
2-E.McPherson extra point is GOOD, Center-48-C.Adomitis, Holder-10-B.Robbins.
- CINCincinnati Bengals
Q3 13:47TD Ja'Marr ChasePoints+6
- Yard line
- ARI 63
- Score
- 23-14
(13:47) (Shotgun) 9-J.Burrow pass deep right to 1-J.Chase for 63 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- CINCincinnati Bengals
Q3 13:39XP Evan McPhersonPoints+1
- Yard line
- ARI 15
- Score
- 24-14
2-E.McPherson extra point is GOOD, Center-48-C.Adomitis, Holder-10-B.Robbins.
- ARIArizona Cardinals
Q3 7:39TD Emari DemercadoPoints+6
- Yard line
- CIN 11
- Score
- 24-20
(7:39) 31-E.Demercado left end for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- CINCincinnati Bengals
Q4 7:54TD Ja'Marr ChasePoints+6
- Yard line
- ARI 3
- Score
- 30-20
(7:54) (Shotgun) 9-J.Burrow pass short right to 1-J.Chase for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- CINCincinnati Bengals
Q4 7:48XP Evan McPhersonPoints+1
- Yard line
- ARI 15
- Score
- 31-20
2-E.McPherson extra point is GOOD, Center-48-C.Adomitis, Holder-10-B.Robbins.
- CINCincinnati Bengals
Q4 6:36FG Evan McPhersonPoints+3
- Yard line
- ARI 22
- Score
- 34-20
(6:36) 2-E.McPherson 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-C.Adomitis, Holder-10-B.Robbins.
- CINCincinnati Bengals
Q4 6:33FG Evan McPhersonPoints+3
- Yard line
- CIN 35
- Score
- 34-20
2-E.McPherson kicks 65 yards from CIN 35 to end zone, Touchback.
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1Ja'Marr Chase · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · +17.09 total EPA · 19 snaps · +0.90 EPA/play
- 2
Joe Burrow · Cincinnati Bengals · Passing · +10.12 total EPA · 53 snaps · +0.19 EPA/play - 3
Geoff Swaim · Arizona Cardinals · Receiving · +2.35 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.18 EPA/play - 4
Rondale Moore · Arizona Cardinals · Rushing · +2.17 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.72 EPA/play - 5
Tyler Boyd · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · +1.59 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.23 EPA/play - 6Montaric Brown · Arizona Cardinals · Receiving · +1.53 total EPA · 10 snaps · +0.15 EPA/play
- 7
Tyleik Williams · Cincinnati Bengals · Rushing · +0.81 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.81 EPA/play - 8
James Conner · Arizona Cardinals · Rushing · +0.77 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.13 EPA/play
FantasyHQ Game MVP
Highest total EPA with the player's top snap and the game's biggest single play when different.
FantasyHQ Game MVP
Ja'Marr Chase — CIN · Receiving
Ja'Marr Chase posted the highest total EPA (+17.09) in the game, the strongest overall impact for Cincinnati Bengals. Across 19 counted snaps, they averaged +0.90 EPA per play.
Ja'Marr Chase's top snap (+5.27 EPA): (13:47) (Shotgun) 9-J.Burrow pass deep right to 1-J.Chase for 63 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Biggest single play (-6.84 EPA): Joshua Dobbs — (1:30) (Shotgun) 9-J.Dobbs pass short right intended for 0-Z.Pascal INTERCEPTED by 29-C.Taylor-Britt at ARI 11. 29-C.Taylor-Britt for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Quarterback report card
Joe Burrow led all passers in efficiency for Cincinnati Bengals, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- Joe Burrow (Cincinnati Bengals) · 53 dropbacks · 67.9% completion · +9.7% CPOE · +0.19 EPA/play · +10.12 total EPA
Joshua Dobbs (Arizona Cardinals) · 35 dropbacks · 42.9% completion · -14.6% CPOE · -0.45 EPA/play · -15.65 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | Cincinnati Bengals | Arizona Cardinals |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.007 | -0.280 |
| Offensive success rate | 50.5% | 30.6% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.191 | -0.447 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.377 | -0.052 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.280 | +0.007 |
| Defensive success rate | 69.4% | 49.5% |
Drive & efficiency notes
Despite the final score, Cincinnati Bengals generated the better offensive EPA per play (-0.01 vs -0.28), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- Cincinnati Bengals: -0.01 EPA/play (54th percentile vs. 2023 team-game averages)
- Arizona Cardinals: -0.28 EPA/play (6th percentile vs. 2023 team-game averages)
- Arizona Cardinals: 13 drives, -20.14 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
- Cincinnati Bengals: 13 drives, -0.70 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Cincinnati Bengals — Ja'Marr Chase (Joe Burrow pass)
- Arizona Cardinals — Montaric Brown (Joshua Dobbs pass)
- Arizona Cardinals — Zach Ertz (Joshua Dobbs pass)
- Cincinnati Bengals — Cam Taylor-Britt
- Cincinnati Bengals — Ja'Marr Chase (Joe Burrow pass)
- Arizona Cardinals — Emari Demercado
- Cincinnati Bengals — Ja'Marr Chase (Joe Burrow pass)
Field goals
- Cincinnati Bengals — Evan McPherson
- Cincinnati Bengals — Evan McPherson
- Cincinnati Bengals — Evan McPherson
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The opening quarter: Cincinnati Bengals won the period 10–0. Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the ARI 2 (Q1 7:15) — (7:15) (Shotgun) 9-J.Burrow pass short left to 1-J.Chase for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Cincinnati Bengals added 1 points from the ARI 15 (Q1 7:09) — 2-E.McPherson extra point is GOOD, Center-48-C.Adomitis, Holder-10-B.Robbins.; Cincinnati Bengals connected on a field goal from the ARI 22 (Q1 1:50) — (1:50) 2-E.McPherson 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-C.Adomitis, Holder-10-B.Robbins..
The second quarter: Arizona Cardinals won the period 14–13. Arizona Cardinals found the end zone from the CIN 25 (Q2 12:30) — (12:30) (Shotgun) 9-J.Dobbs pass deep right to 2-M.Brown for 25 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Arizona Cardinals added 1 points from the CIN 15 (Q2 12:25) — 5-M.Prater extra point is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-12-B.Gillikin.; Arizona Cardinals found the end zone from the CIN 4 (Q2 8:31) — (8:31) (Shotgun) 9-J.Dobbs pass short left to 86-Z.Ertz for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Arizona Cardinals added 1 points from the CIN 15 (Q2 8:28) — 5-M.Prater extra point is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-12-B.Gillikin.; Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the CIN 99 (Q2 1:30); Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the ARI 15 (Q2 1:23) — 2-E.McPherson extra point is GOOD, Center-48-C.Adomitis, Holder-10-B.Robbins..
The third quarter: Cincinnati Bengals won the period 7–6. Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the ARI 63 (Q3 13:47) — (13:47) (Shotgun) 9-J.Burrow pass deep right to 1-J.Chase for 63 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Cincinnati Bengals added 1 points from the ARI 15 (Q3 13:39) — 2-E.McPherson extra point is GOOD, Center-48-C.Adomitis, Holder-10-B.Robbins.; Arizona Cardinals found the end zone from the CIN 11 (Q3 7:39) — (7:39) 31-E.Demercado left end for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN..
The fourth quarter: Cincinnati Bengals won the period 13–0. Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the ARI 3 (Q4 7:54) — (7:54) (Shotgun) 9-J.Burrow pass short right to 1-J.Chase for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Cincinnati Bengals added 1 points from the ARI 15 (Q4 7:48) — 2-E.McPherson extra point is GOOD, Center-48-C.Adomitis, Holder-10-B.Robbins.; Cincinnati Bengals connected on a field goal from the ARI 22 (Q4 6:36) — (6:36) 2-E.McPherson 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-C.Adomitis, Holder-10-B.Robbins.; Cincinnati Bengals connected on a field goal from the CIN 35 (Q4 6:33) — 2-E.McPherson kicks 65 yards from CIN 35 to end zone, Touchback..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- Arizona Cardinals (Q2 1:30) — (1:30) (Shotgun) 9-J.Dobbs pass short right intended for 0-Z.Pascal INTERCEPTED by 29-C.Taylor-Britt at ARI 11. 29-C.Taylor-Britt for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q3 13:47) — (13:47) (Shotgun) 9-J.Burrow pass deep right to 1-J.Chase for 63 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Arizona Cardinals (Q3 3:46) — (3:46) (Shotgun) Direct snap to 4-R.Moore. 4-R.Moore left end pushed ob at CIN 25 for 41 yards (55-L.Wilson).
- Arizona Cardinals (Q2 10:36) — (10:36) 6-J.Conner up the middle to CIN 14 for 35 yards (20-D.Turner, 57-G.Pratt).
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q2 1:37) — (1:37) (Shotgun) 28-J.Mixon up the middle to ARI 1 for no gain (22-K.Wallace, 52-V.Dimukeje).
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- Arizona Cardinals (Q2 1:30) — (1:30) (Shotgun) 9-J.Dobbs pass short right intended for 0-Z.Pascal INTERCEPTED by 29-C.Taylor-Britt at ARI 11. 29-C.Taylor-Britt for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Arizona Cardinals (Q4 7:48) — (7:48) (Shotgun) 9-J.Dobbs sacked at ARI 18 for -7 yards (91-T.Hendrickson). FUMBLES (91-T.Hendrickson) [91-T.Hendrickson], RECOVERED by CIN-94-S.Hubbard at ARI 28.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q3 13:47) — (13:47) (Shotgun) 9-J.Burrow pass deep right to 1-J.Chase for 63 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Arizona Cardinals (Q3 1:49) — (1:49) (Shotgun) 9-J.Dobbs right end to CIN 17 for -1 yards (57-G.Pratt).
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
- Cincinnati Bengals TD (+6) — Q1 7:15 · ARI 2 · Score 6-0
(7:15) (Shotgun) 9-J.Burrow pass short left to 1-J.Chase for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Cincinnati Bengals XP (+1) — Q1 7:09 · ARI 15 · Score 7-0
2-E.McPherson extra point is GOOD, Center-48-C.Adomitis, Holder-10-B.Robbins. - Cincinnati Bengals FG (+3) — Q1 1:50 · ARI 22 · Score 10-0
(1:50) 2-E.McPherson 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-C.Adomitis, Holder-10-B.Robbins. - Arizona Cardinals TD (+6) — Q2 12:30 · CIN 25 · Score 10-6
(12:30) (Shotgun) 9-J.Dobbs pass deep right to 2-M.Brown for 25 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Arizona Cardinals XP (+1) — Q2 12:25 · CIN 15 · Score 10-7
5-M.Prater extra point is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-12-B.Gillikin. - Arizona Cardinals TD (+6) — Q2 8:31 · CIN 4 · Score 10-13
(8:31) (Shotgun) 9-J.Dobbs pass short left to 86-Z.Ertz for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Arizona Cardinals XP (+1) — Q2 8:28 · CIN 15 · Score 10-14
5-M.Prater extra point is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-12-B.Gillikin. - Cincinnati Bengals TD (+6) — Q2 1:30 · CIN 99 · Score 16-14
(1:30) (Shotgun) 9-J.Dobbs pass short right intended for 0-Z.Pascal INTERCEPTED by 29-C.Taylor-Britt at ARI 11. 29-C.Taylor-Britt for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Cincinnati Bengals TD (+7) — Q2 1:23 · ARI 15 · Score 17-14
2-E.McPherson extra point is GOOD, Center-48-C.Adomitis, Holder-10-B.Robbins. - Cincinnati Bengals TD (+6) — Q3 13:47 · ARI 63 · Score 23-14
(13:47) (Shotgun) 9-J.Burrow pass deep right to 1-J.Chase for 63 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Cincinnati Bengals XP (+1) — Q3 13:39 · ARI 15 · Score 24-14
2-E.McPherson extra point is GOOD, Center-48-C.Adomitis, Holder-10-B.Robbins. - Arizona Cardinals TD (+6) — Q3 7:39 · CIN 11 · Score 24-20
(7:39) 31-E.Demercado left end for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Cincinnati Bengals TD (+6) — Q4 7:54 · ARI 3 · Score 30-20
(7:54) (Shotgun) 9-J.Burrow pass short right to 1-J.Chase for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Cincinnati Bengals XP (+1) — Q4 7:48 · ARI 15 · Score 31-20
2-E.McPherson extra point is GOOD, Center-48-C.Adomitis, Holder-10-B.Robbins. - Cincinnati Bengals FG (+3) — Q4 6:36 · ARI 22 · Score 34-20
(6:36) 2-E.McPherson 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-C.Adomitis, Holder-10-B.Robbins. - Cincinnati Bengals FG (+3) — Q4 6:33 · CIN 35 · Score 34-20
2-E.McPherson kicks 65 yards from CIN 35 to end zone, Touchback.
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research and follow-up box score digging.
- Cincinnati Bengals earned the result — use the box score for snap-level context.
- Ja'Marr Chase (Cincinnati Bengals) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
- Joe Burrow (CIN) finished above expected through the air (positive CPOE).
- Joshua Dobbs (ARI) finished below expected efficiency despite volume.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Cincinnati Bengals vs Arizona Cardinals on 2023-10-08?
The Cincinnati Bengals beat the Arizona Cardinals 34-20 in Week 5, 2023.
What was the score by quarter in Cincinnati Bengals vs Arizona Cardinals?
Q1: Cincinnati Bengals 10, Arizona Cardinals 0; Q2: Cincinnati Bengals 13, Arizona Cardinals 14; Q3: Cincinnati Bengals 7, Arizona Cardinals 6; Q4: Cincinnati Bengals 13, Arizona Cardinals 0; Final: Cincinnati Bengals 34, Arizona Cardinals 20.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Cincinnati Bengals vs Arizona Cardinals?
Cincinnati Bengals touchdown — J. Chase (J. Burrow pass) (Q1 7:15) Arizona Cardinals touchdown — M. Brown (J. Dobbs pass) (Q2 12:30) Arizona Cardinals touchdown — Z. Ertz (J. Dobbs pass) (Q2 8:31) Cincinnati Bengals touchdown — C. Taylor-Britt (Q2 1:30) Cincinnati Bengals touchdown — J. Chase (J. Burrow pass) (Q3 13:47) Arizona Cardinals touchdown — E. Demercado (Q3 7:39) Cincinnati Bengals touchdown — J. Chase (J. Burrow pass) (Q4 7:54) Cincinnati Bengals field goal — E. McPherson (Q1 1:50, 3 pts) Cincinnati Bengals field goal — E. McPherson (Q4 6:36, 3 pts) Cincinnati Bengals field goal — E. McPherson (Q4 6:33, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Cincinnati Bengals vs Arizona Cardinals?
Joe Burrow (Cincinnati Bengals), 67.9% completion, +9.7% CPOE, +0.19 EPA per dropback, +10.12 total passing EPA. Joshua Dobbs (Arizona Cardinals), 42.9% completion, -14.6% CPOE, -0.45 EPA per dropback, -15.65 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in Cincinnati Bengals vs Arizona Cardinals?
Ja'Marr Chase (Cincinnati Bengals) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +17.09 total EPA on Receiving plays. across 19 snaps. Their top snap (+5.27 EPA): (13:47) (Shotgun) 9-J.Burrow pass deep right to 1-J.Chase for 63 yards, TOUCHDOWN..
Season records after this game
Cincinnati Bengals
Entered 1-3 Now 2-3 W
Arizona Cardinals
Entered 1-3 Now 1-4 L
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