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It was over when ...
Time ran out on Green Bay. The Packers recovered their onside kick with 45 seconds remanining in the game. Five plays later they were at the Bengals' 10-yard line with a first down. But time had expired by the time Green Bay got to the line of scrimmage.

Game ball
While the Bengals forced just one turnover, the defense harassed Packers QB Aaron Rodgers all day. Defensive end Antwan Odom sacked Rodgers five times, while rookie LB Rey Maualuga brought down Rodgers once and forced two fumbles. Odom now has a league-leading seven sacks after two games.

Key stat
Sloppy play by both teams disrupted the rhythm of the game. The Bengals finished with 13 penalties for 100 yards, while the Packers were flagged 11 times for 76 yards.

Noteworthy
Packers OT Chad Clifton went down at the start of the second half with an an ankle injury and was taken to the locker room for X-rays. ... Chad Ochocinco scored a touchdown for the first time in six games. ... The Bengals now lead the all-time series 6-5. It was their first visit to Lambeau Field since 1995.

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