The New York Jets pulled off one of the wildest comebacks of the NFL season, rallying from 15 points down in the fourth quarter to stun the Cincinnati Bengals 39–38 in Week 8.
For much of the game, the Bengals appeared in control — their offense clicking, defense holding firm, and crowd energy high. But the Jets refused to fold. What looked like another tough loss turned into a statement win that could redefine their season’s trajectory.
According to SI.com, the Bengals’ defense gave up three straight touchdown drives in the final quarter, watching their two-score cushion vanish as the Jets’ offense erupted.
The comeback reached its unforgettable climax with just 1:54 left on the clock. Running back Breece Hall took a handoff, rolled right, and launched a 4-yard touchdown pass to tight end Mason Taylor, giving the Jets their first lead of the night. The trick play electrified MetLife Stadium and stunned Cincinnati’s sideline.
It wasn’t just about the late-game fireworks — the Jets offense was dominant throughout, piling up over 500 yards of total offense, their highest output of the year according to Sports Illustrated. Quarterback execution, aggressive play-calling, and relentless energy defined the second-half surge.
For Cincinnati, this one hurts. The Bengals had multiple chances to put the game away, but lapses in coverage and missed tackles cost them dearly.
For the Jets, this victory could be a turning point — a sign that resilience and creativity might just be the formula to turn their season around.