The Cincinnati Bengals have taken a 7-3 lead against the Pittsburgh Steelers in their divisional matchup. Backup quarterback Jake Browning, making his first career start, connected with tight end Drew Sample for an 11-yard touchdown pass to give the Bengals the lead. Sample bulldozed his way through his own teammate at the goal line to ensure the score. Browning's touchdown pass was set up by a remarkable catch by wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase, who turned a deflected pass into a 31-yard gain.

The Bengals are hoping to snap a two-game losing streak and secure their first AFC North win of the season. With starting quarterback Joe Burrow on injured reserve, the Bengals are relying on Browning to lead the offense. The defense has also played a crucial role, forcing a key turnover when rookie cornerback DJ Turner II dislodged the ball from Steelers wide receiver Diontae Johnson in the end zone.

To maintain their lead and secure a victory against their division rivals, the Bengals will need to continue moving the ball on offense and find ways to manufacture points. They will also need to limit the Steelers' big plays and force turnovers on defense. With the game far from over, can the Bengals hold on to their lead and secure the win without their star quarterback? Only time will tell.