The Philadelphia Eagles outlasted the Cincinnati Bengals in a high-scoring preseason thriller, escaping with a 34-27 victory Thursday night at Lincoln Financial Field. Tanner McKee stole the show, carving up Cincinnati's defense with surgical precision—completing 20 of 25 passes for 252 yards and two touchdowns, including a clutch 1-yard sneak for the go-ahead score. His poise under pressure (135.3 passer rating) and connection with Darius Cooper (6 catches, 82 yards, TD) proved decisive, while ShunDerrick Powell's 19-yard rushing touchdown in the fourth quarter sealed the win. Philadelphia's ground game, led by Keilan Robinson's 24 carries for 98 total yards, wore down Cincinnati's front late.

The Bengals' offense flashed potential but couldn't overcome critical mistakes. Joe Burrow's brief but electric cameo (9/10, 123 yards, 2 TDs) ignited early fireworks, including a 36-yard strike to Ja'Marr Chase, while Tanner Hudson (6 rec, 62 yards, 2 TDs) emerged as a red-zone weapon. But turnovers and inconsistent QB play behind Burrow—Jake Browning's interception and three sacks allowed—stalled drives. With both teams evaluating depth, Philadelphia's 432 total yards and balanced attack (132 rushing, 300 passing) signaled preseason progress, while Cincinnati's defense (8 penalties, 68 yards) left room for improvement before Week 1.