Bengals Shine in Madrid as Burrow Nears the Top

The Cincinnati Bengals defeated the Atlanta Falcons 34-17 in the NFL's return to Madrid. Fans watching at the Bernabeu saw one of the best team performances that can be seen in an international game.

Joe Burrow threw for 271 yards and three touchdown passes. He also scored a rushing touchdown and imitated Neymar's celebration after it. When the Falcons scored their first touchdown, Burrow answered with a 47-yard touchdown pass to Ja'Marr Chase.

Bengals defensive player Dexter Lawrence called Burrow 'the greatest.' Head coach Zac Taylor said that, because of Burrow's dominance this season, he has had to resist the urge to turn every play into a passing play. Tee Higgins said the game swung in their favor after the first touchdown.

Another player who stood out in the game was Patrick Mahomes. Mahomes overcame concerns about an injury. Myles Garrett, in his first major game back from injury, made a strong return wearing the Los Angeles Rams jersey.