Overview
- Cincinnati fell to 4-10 with its first shutout since 2017, losing 24-0 to the Ravens to end any playoff hopes.
- Joe Burrow went 25-of-39 for 225 yards with two interceptions, including a pick-six, and called it one of the worst games he has played.
- Head coach Zac Taylor said there was no consideration to sit Burrow for the final three games, explaining the decision as, "Because we want to win."
- Ja'Marr Chase defended Burrow during jeers from fans, said he may need to uplift his quarterback going forward, and acknowledged changes might be needed in the organization.
- Teammates said Burrow addressed the locker room without sharing details, and he emphasized his 'fun' comments were about his mindset, as a rival executive questioned the franchise's direction.