The starters played well, but the final score tells a different story. Here are the key issues the Washington Commanders must address before Week 1.

The Bengals and Commanders met in Week 3 of the 2024 NFL season on "Monday Night Football." The Bengals won big in their preseason rematch.

The Week 2 NFL preseason schedule closes out when the Cincinnati Bengals visit the Washington Commanders on Monday. Last week, the Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Bengals, 34-27. On the other side, the Commanders were blown out 48-18 by the New England Patriots.

Former undrafted free agent Mitchell Tinsley impressed in the Cincinnati Bengals' second preseason game, leading the club with 73 yards and two touchdowns.

For the Washington Commanders and the Cincinnati Bengals, the biggest storylines for Monday's preseason game were the players not playing. Cincinnati star edge defender Trey Hendrickson remains a hold-in at training camp,

The fourth-year running back will not play for the Commanders on Monday night against the Bengals, a person familiar with the situation said.