Bengals lead 31-21 with 6:27 left in third quarter

The points are coming fast and furious. The Chargers closed to within a touchdown after a 33-yard Kyle Larson field goal. Philip Rivers threw 46 yards to wide receiver Malcom Floyd, who got behind cornerback Deltha O'Neal. O'Neal injured his right shoulder trying to make the tackle as Floyd fell into the end zone. O'Neal was taken to the locker room for more observation, and his return is questionable.

The Bengals answered with a 21-yard field goal from Shayne Graham but could have had more. A 35-yard completion to Chad Johnson set up an 18-yard end around to tailback Chris Perry, who was lined up outside. Perry's 36-yard kickoff return gave the Bengals outstanding field position.