It was over when ...
Tyler Thigpen's 5-yard touchdown pass to Tony Gonzalez cut the Chiefs' deficit to 16-6 with 2:28 remaining, but they couldn't complete the two-point conversion. They also failed on the ensuing onside-kick attempt, and the Bengals ran out the clock for their third consecutive victory.
Fan feedback
Will the
[Chiefs](/teams/kansascitychiefs/profile?team=KC)' Herm Edwards and the
[Bengals](/teams/cincinnatibengals/profile?team=CIN)'
[Marvin Lewis](/player/marvinlewis/2519463/profile) return to coach their respective teams next season?
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Game ball
Cedric Benson is a free agent, and he made the most of his final audition for a roster spot in Cincinnati in 2009. Benson rushed for 111 yards and one touchdown to lead the Bengals.
Key stat
The Bengals dominated in time of possession 37:39 to 22:21.
Noteworthy
The Bengals were 4-3-1 over their final eight games of the season. ... Cincinnati QB Carson Palmer will not need surgery on his elbow.