The Cincinnati Bengals finished last season on a roll after their poorest start in several years. Quarterback Joe Burrow led them to a league-leading passing offense, but their defense left many things to be desired.
The Bengals haven’t won 10 games in two consecutive seasons. Will this year be different? Here’s what you need to know to watch the 2025–2026 Cincinnati Bengals.
What channel are the Cincinnati Bengals on?
Bengals games will be shown on the following channels and streaming services:
Want to watch Bengals preseason games for free? Week 1 and Week 2’s preseason games will exclusively air on the Bengals Preseason TV Network. In the Cincinnati, Lima, and Louisville areas, both games will be available on your local FOX channel. In Columbus and Dayton, you’ll be able to watch the Bengals on your local ABC affiliate.
2025–2026 Cincinnati Bengals TV schedule
The Bengals season is highlighted with two consecutive road games to start preseason. Later in the year, they have three straight at home before their bye week.
| Week | Game | Date | Time (ET) | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preseason | At Philadelphia Eagles | Thursday, Aug. 7 | 7:30 p.m. | Bengals Preseason TV Network |
| Preseason | At Washington Commanders | Monday, Aug. 18 | 8:00 p.m. | ESPN |
| Preseason | Indianapolis Colts | Saturday, Aug. 23 | 1:00 p.m. | Bengals Preseason TV Network |
| Week 1 | At Cleveland Browns | Sunday, Sept. 7 | 1:00 p.m. | FOX |
| Week 2 | Jacksonville Jaguars | Sunday, Sept. 14 | 1:00 p.m. | CBS, Paramount+ |
| Week 3 | At Minnesota Vikings | Sunday, Sept. 21 | 1:00 p.m. | CBS, Paramount+ |
| Week 4 | At Denver Broncos | Monday, Sept. 29 | 8:15 p.m. | ABC, ESPN |
| Week 5 | Detroit Lions | Sunday, Oct. 5 | 4:25 p.m. | FOX |
| Week 6 | At Green Bay Packers | Sunday, Oct. 12 | 4:25 p.m. | CBS, Paramount+ |
| Week 7 | Pittsburgh Steelers | Thursday, Oct. 16 | 8:15 p.m. | Amazon Prime Video |
| Week 8 | New York Jets | Sunday, Oct. 26 | 1:00 p.m. | CBS, Paramount+ |
| Week 9 | Chicago Bears | Sunday, Nov. 2 | 1:00 p.m. | CBS, Paramount+ |
| Week 10 | Bye Week | — | — | — |
| Week 11 | At Pittsburgh Steelers | Sunday, Nov. 16 | 1:00 p.m. | CBS, Paramount+ |
| Week 12 | New England Patriots | Sunday, Nov. 23 | 1:00 p.m. | CBS, Paramount+ |
| Week 13 | At Baltimore Ravens | Thursday, Nov. 27 | 8:20 p.m. | NBC, Peacock |
| Week 14 | At Buffalo Bills | Sunday, Dec. 7 | 4:25 p.m. | FOX |
| Week 15 | Baltimore Ravens | Sunday, Dec. 14 | 1:00 p.m. | CBS, Paramount+ |
| Week 16 | At Miami Dolphins | Sunday, Dec. 21 | 8:20 p.m. | NBC, Peacock |
| Week 17 | Arizona Cardinals | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| Week 18 | Cleveland Browns | TBD | TBD | TBD |
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Which TV providers carry the Cincinnati Bengals?
If you have a TV subscription, you’ll be able to watch nearly every Bengals game, but the number of games you’ll get depends on your location because of the NFL’s TV blackout policies. Below is a list of popular TV providers that carry the core Bengals channels.
| Provider | Price | ABC | CBS | FOX | ESPN | NBC | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cox | $71.00–$162.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Read Cox review |
| DIRECTV | $84.99–$164.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View Plans for DIRECTV Read DIRECTV review |
| DIRECTV Streaming App + Device | $84.99–$164.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View Plans for DIRECTV STREAM Read DIRECTV Streaming App + Device review |
| DISH | $91.99–$121.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View Plans for DISH Read DISH review |
| Fubo | $14.99–$94.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View Plans for FuboTV Read Fubo review |
| Hulu + Live TV | $81.99–$95.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View Plans for Hulu Read Hulu + Live TV review |
| Optimum | $30.00–$160.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View Plans for Optimum Read Optimum review |
| Philo | $28.00/mo. | — | — | — | — | — |
View Plans for Philo Read Philo review |
| Sling TV | $45.99–$60.99/mo. | ✔* | — | ✔* | ✔ | ✔* |
View Plans for Sling TV Read Sling TV review |
| Spectrum | $40.00–$105.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Check Availability Read Spectrum review |
| Verizon Fios | $95.00–$139.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View Plans for Verizon Read Verizon Fios review |
| Xfinity | $20.00–$80.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Read Xfinity review |
| YouTube TV | $82.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View Plans for YouTube TV Read YouTube TV review |
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How to watch Cincinnati Bengals FAQ
What app do I need to watch Bengals games?
Most live TV streaming services—like DIRECTV STREAM, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, and YouTube TV—carry most Cincinnati Bengals games. But you’ll need Amazon Prime Video to watch the Bengal’s Thursday Night Football matchups. Plus, out-of-market fans will want NFL Sunday Ticket to watch every Sunday afternoon game.
What channel is the Bengals Preseason TV Network?
WXIX-TV 19 in Cincinnati is the flagship TV station for local preseason Bengals coverage. The Bengals Preseason TV Network also includes WSYX 6 in Columbus, WKEF 22 in Dayton, WLEX-TV 18 in Lexington, and WDRB 41 in Louisville.
What Cincinnati Bengals games are on Amazon Prime this season?
You can stream the Bengals home game against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday, October 16, at 8:15 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime Video.
Why you should trust us
Our sports experts thoroughly reviewed this season’s Cincinnati Bengals TV schedule to create this viewing guide. We cross-referenced the broadcast details for each game with network providers to ensure accuracy at time of publication.
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Disclaimer
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