1997 Cincinnati Bengals season

The 1997 Cincinnati Bengals season was the team's 30th year in professional football and its 28th with the National Football League. Corey Dillon set a rookie rushing record (since broken) for most yards in a game. On December 4, 1997, Dillon rushed for 246 yards in a game versus the Tennessee Oilers.

Awards and records

 * Corey Dillon, Franchise Record (since broken), Most Rushing Yards in One Game, 246 yards vs. Tennessee Oilers (achieved on December 4, 1997)
 * Corey Dillon, Rookie Record (since broken), Most Rushing Yards in One Game, 246 yards vs. Tennessee Oilers (achieved on December 4, 1997)
 * Corey Dillon, Franchise Record (tied), Most Points in One Game, 24 Points vs. Tennessee Oilers (achieved on December 4, 1997)
 * Corey Dillon, Franchise Record (tied), Most Touchdowns in One Game, 4 TD’s vs. Tennessee Oilers (achieved on December 4, 1997)

Milestones

 * Corey Dillon, 1st 1000 yard rushing season (1,129 rushing yards)