Bengals takeaways: A top TE emerges, the path to the playoffs and more

Thoughts and takeaways about the Bengals after the game against the Bills.

The Cincinnati Bengals moved to 5-3 on the season with Sunday night’s 24-18 win Buffalo Bills.

There, the Bengals hosted what felt like it could be another preview of a playoff game if all goes according to plan for both teams.

Along the way, onlookers seemed to learn plenty about how the Joe Burrow-led offense will keep evolving as the season continues. Plus, how the defense handles encountering another elite quarterback in a conference stacked with them.

Here’s a look at some quick takeaways for the team as they move forward toward a Week 10 AFC encounter with the Houston Texans.