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AFC North Week 2 Recap: 2-0 Bengals alone atop division

September 24, 2026

The Cincinnati Bengals have secured an unblemished two and zero record after defeating the Houston Texans, placing them alone at the summit of the AFC North division following Week Two of the NFL season. Standout performances from Ja'Marr Chase and the revamped defensive unit fueled the victory in Houston, though quarterback Joe Burrow is currently managing an injury ahead of an upcoming divisional matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

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