Bengals Build Lead Over Dolphins With Hudson Touchdown in Miami

The Cincinnati Bengals took a 21-7 lead over the Miami Dolphins on Oct. 11, 2026, in a game at Hard Rock Stadium after Tanner Hudson caught a touchdown pass from Joe Burrow during the second quarter, according to SI.com.

Cincinnati's offense extended its advantage with a long scoring drive, while Miami quarterback Malik Willis threw two interceptions to Bengals safety Jordan Battle, according to SI.com.

Battle became the first Bengals player with multiple interceptions in a game since Logan Wilson recorded two picks against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 3 of the 2023 season, according to Jay Morrison.

Hudson's touchdown came on a 2-yard pass from Burrow with 55 seconds remaining in the second quarter. The extra point by Evan McPherson gave Cincinnati its 21-7 advantage, according to the game play details.

The scoring drive included completions from Burrow to Ja'Marr Chase for 8 yards and Hudson for 8 yards, along with several rushing plays by Samaje Perine, according to the play sequence.

The Bengals also faced extreme heat conditions during the matchup. Jay Morrison reported that the 90-degree temperature made the game the hottest October contest in Dolphins history at Hard Rock Stadium, which opened in 1987.

According to SI.com, Cincinnati maintained control of the game after Battle's defensive plays and Hudson's touchdown helped create the double-digit lead over Miami.