Cincinnati Bengals 2025-2026 Odds
The Bengals struggled throughout the 2024 season but did end the year on a high note with five straight wins, suggesting Cincinnati has a team capable of going the distance. However, the Bengals' defensive line will need to improve, and Burrow will need to stay healthy if they want to make the 2025 postseason.
| 👑 Win Super Bowl | +2000 (4.8% chance) |
| 🏆 Win AFC | +950 (9.5% chance) |
| 🔥 Win AFC North | +230 (30.3% chance) |
| ⭐ Make Playoffs | -160 (61.5% chance) |
| ⛔ Miss Playoffs | +130 (43.5% chance) |
| ✅ Data Last Verified | May 22, 2025 |
The Bengals Super Bowl odds rank second among all AFC North teams before the start of the season.
2025 Bengals Team Projections
The Cincinnati Bengals' win total for 2024 was projected around 10.5 wins at most sportsbooks in Ohio, but they failed to hit the over, winning only nine games. The win total for the season is around 9.5 wins.
Other Bengals Team Projections
Bettors can find a host of odds and team projections for the Bengals, including Joe Burrow MVP odds at Ohio's sportsbooks. Odds will fluctuate throughout the season, but some popular bets on the Bengals are:
| 🏈 Joe Burrow Wins MVP | +650 (13.3% chance) |
| 🏈 Ja'Marr Chase Wins OPOY | +950 (9.5% chance) |
| ✅ Data Last Verified by Expert | May 22, 2025 |
What to Expect Next Season
In 2024, the Bengals had a roster capable of making a playoff push. They had one of the best quarterbacks in the league and a strong receiving core. But their defense struggled, even with DE Trey Hendrickson leading the way. The Bengals failed to make the playoffs after Denver snagged the last wild-card spot with their win over the Chiefs in Week 18. But with the upgrades Cincinnati made this offseason, the Bengals could find their way back to the playoffs in the 2025-26 season.
Receiver Ja'Marr Chase should help keep Cincinnati's offense among the best in the division. Oddsmakers have Bengals' playoff chances at 61.5% before we kick off the season. Luckily, Burrow is healthy, and the team should always be in the playoff conversation as long as he's available.
Cincinnati Bengals Schedule 2025-26 Season
The Bengals kick off the season against the Cleveland Browns in Cleveland and will have their home opener in Week 2 against the Jaguars. One of the most notable games this season is the Thanksgiving night game on the road against the Baltimore Ravens.
| Bengals Schedule | Line | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Week 1 at Cleveland Browns | Cin -4.5, ML -218 | TBD |
| Week 2 vs. Jacksonville Jaguars | Cin -5.5, ML -225 | TBD |
| Week 3 at Minnesota Vikings | Cin +1.5, ML +102 | TBD |
| Week 4 at Denver Broncos | Cin +2.5, ML +110 | TBD |
| Week 5 vs. Detroit Lions | Cin +1.5, ML +100 | TBD |
| Week 6 at Green Bay Packers | Cin +2.5, ML +120 | TBD |
| Week 7 vs. Pittsburgh Steelers | Cin -4.5, ML -205 | TBD |
| Week 8 vs. New York Jets | Cin -7.5, ML -340 | TBD |
| Week 9 at Chicago Bears | Cin -3, ML -162 | TBD |
| Week 10 BYE | - | - |
| Week 11 at Pittsburgh Steelers | Cin -1.5, ML -120 | TBD |
| Week 12 vs. New England Patriots | Cin -4.5, ML -205 | TBD |
| Week 13 at Baltimore Ravens | Cin +5.5, ML +185 | TBD |
| Week 14 vs. at Buffalo Bills | Cin +5.5, ML +180 | TBD |
| Week 15 vs. Baltimore Ravens | Cin +2.5, ML +110 | TBD |
| Week 16 at Miami Dolphins | Cin -1.5, ML -120 | TBD |
| Week 17 vs. Arizona Cardinals | Cin -3.5, ML -180 | TBD |
| Week 18 vs. Cleveland Browns | Cin -8.5, ML -380 | TBD |
How to Watch the Cincinnati Bengals
There are several ways to watch the Cincinnati Bengals each week. For those local to Cincinnati, you can check the broadcast schedule here, with in-market games airing on either CBS or Fox. Those outside of the Bengals market can watch games with an NFL+ subscription or with the NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube TV.
How to Get Cincinnati Bengals Tickets
You can purchase verified Cincinnati Bengals tickets on the Ticketmaster platform, either by purchasing directly or through the NFL Ticket Exchange, a marketplace where fans can buy fully verified tickets. Other resale site options include StubHub, SeatGeek, and Gametime, among others.
Cincinnati Bengals Stadium
The Cincinnati Bengals play their home games in downtown Cincinnati, Ohio, at Paycor Stadium, formerly known as Paul Brown Stadium. The team had previously played at a stadium they shared with the Cincinnati Reds, known as the Cincinnati Riverfront Stadium. However, the Bengals sought a facility of their own, eventually opening the stadium in which they play today. It had formerly been known as Paul Brown Stadium, named for the team's co-founder.
Among the available concessions at Paycor Stadium is Skyline Chili, a hometown favorite and eventual franchise that originated in Cincy. At Skyline Chili, fans can order the restaurant's signature dish — spaghetti topped with chili.
Get to Know the Cincinnati Bengals Team
The Cincinnati Bengals are considered to have one of the better rosters in the NFL ahead of the 2025 season. However, that's largely thanks to their offense rather than their defense.
2025 Cincinnati Bengals Head Coach and Front Office
- Director of player personnel: Duke Tobin
- Head coach: Zac Taylor
- Coach record: 46-52-1
In 2025, coach Zac Taylor will return for his seventh season with the team, entering the year with a 46-52-1 overall record. He had a dreadful start in his tenure as the team's head coach, leading the team to a 6-25-1 overall record in his first two seasons. Since that start, Taylor has led the team to two postseasons and one Super Bowl.
Technically, the Bengals do not have an appointed general manager. Instead, the Bengals have employed a director of player personnel, with executive Duke Tobin having held the position since 1999. Tobin often performs duties that are similar to the day-to-day responsibilities of a team's general manager, so he's often referred to as the team's GM, even though he doesn't hold the title.
2025 Cincinnati Bengals Offense
The Bengals' offense is expected to be strong again with QB Joe Burrow, TE Mike Gesicki, and WRs Ja’marr Chase and Tee Higgins. Burrow was an MVP finalist and won Comeback Player of the Year in 2024. If he can build on last season’s success, Cincinnati will be a threat in the AFC.
The Bengals' offensive line could see improvement in 2025 after g Lucas Patrick and drafting two offensive linemen.
2025 Cincinnati Bengals Defense
It was the Bengals' defense that was the reason for the collapse of the Bengals in the 2024 season. Even with DEs Trey Hendrickson and Sam Hubbard, Cincinnati's defense struggled all season. Unfortunately, the Bengals may have more work cut out for them when it comes to repairing the defense. Hubbard announced this offseason that he is retiring from the NFL.
The Bengals did add several players to the defense in free agency, including T.J. Slaton, Marco Wilson, and Oren Burk. Cincinnati also added depth by drafting three defensive players.
Cincinnati Bengals FAQs
The Cincinnati Bengals finished the 2024 season 9-8. They were eliminated from 2024-25 playoff contention after the Broncos snagged the last wild card spot in Week 18 with their win against the Chiefs. Most sportsbooks have Cincinnati's win total for the 2025-26 season around 9.5.
The most popular Cincinnati Bengals players on offense include QB Joe Burrow, WR Ja'Marr Chase, WR Tee Higgins, and RB Chase Brown. On the defense, popular players include DE Trey Hendrickson and DT B.J. Hill.
Mike Brown owns the Cincinnati Bengals and also sits as the team's president. He is the son of Bengals co-founder Paul Brown, having assumed ownership of the NFL franchise in August 1991, following his father's ing.
Most Cincinnati Bengals games air on CBS within the team's broadcast area. However, the broadcast schedule can vary week-to-week, occasionally airing on either Fox, NBC Sports, Amazon Prime, or ESPN if the team is playing in primetime.
Author
Kate Magdziuk is an NFL betting expert for BetOhio.com. She's written for NBC Sports Rotoworld, DraftKings Nation, Gaming Society, and 4for4 Fantasy Football.
