The Cincinnati Bengals fell flat on Saturday in Week 16, taking a 34-11 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers on the road.
It was an ugly one from the start for the Bengals, with quarterback Jake Browning making some bad decisions with the ball to end his hot streak that had previously led to three consecutive wins.
The explosive plays that harmed the Bengals all year defensively were especially frequent against a Steelers team desperate to salvage a season of their own, leading to a 24-0 hole before the offense could even get on the board.
Here’s a look at the notable notes and takeaways from the loss.