In a thrilling Week 5 matchup, the Cincinnati Bengals traveled to South Beach, aiming to break their two-game losing streak against the Miami Dolphins, who were still seeking their first win of the season. The Bengals entered the game as seven-point favorites at most sportsbooks, and 6.5-point favorites at others, giving them a solid edge.

By halftime, the Bengals established a commanding 14-point lead with three touchdown passes from star quarterback Joe Burrow. The lead swelled to 18 points in the fourth quarter after a spectacular 45-yard touchdown reception by Ja'Marr Chase.

However, the game took a turn when Malik Willis connected with Kevin Coleman Jr. for a touchdown, followed by a successful two-point conversion to Greg Dulcich, narrowing the Bengals' lead to 10 points with just under seven minutes left.

After a Bengals punt, defensive tackle Jonathan Allen made a crucial play, stripping Willis deep in Dolphins territory and recovering the ball at Miami's 10-yard line. The Bengals managed a 26-yard field goal, extending their lead to 13 points. But the Dolphins weren't done yet; Willis orchestrated a 61-yard drive, scoring a one-yard touchdown to cut the deficit to seven points with less than a minute remaining.

With a two-point conversion off the table, the Dolphins opted for an extra point from Riley Patterson to make it a six-point game. In a heart-wrenching moment, Patterson's kick hit the left upright, sealing the Dolphins' fate. The Dolphins failed to recover the onside kick, allowing the Bengals to run out the clock and clinch a 31-24 victory.

Bettors on the Bengals -6.5 celebrated a dramatic win, while those backing the Dolphins at +7 were left with a frustrating push, marking yet another painful chapter in Miami's season.