Under quarterback Joe Burrow, the Cincinnati Bengals have been a fairly consistent squad, but they hit an uncharacteristic rough patch last season. Backup quarterback Jake Browning kept the Bengals afloat after they lost Burrow to injury midway through the season, but they still missed the playoffs.
Burrow is back under center, and the Bengals have refreshed their core talent ahead of another season in a competitive AFC North. So, can they slip into the playoffs after a late-season resurgence? Here’s what you need to know to watch the 2024–2025 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.
2024–2025 Cincinnati Bengals schedule
The Bengals will host teams including the Eagles, Stellers, and Commanders. As for their away slate, marquee matchups include the Dallas Cowboys, New York Giants, and the Los Angeles Chargers.
| Week | Game | Date | Time (ET) | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preseason | Tampa Bay Buccaneers | Saturday, Aug. 10 | 7:00 p.m. | Bengals Preseason TV Network |
| Preseason | At Chicago Bears | Saturday, Aug. 17 | 1:00 p.m. | Bengals Preseason TV Network, NFL Network |
| Preseason | Indianapolis Colts | Thursday, Aug. 22 | 8:00 p.m. | Amazon Prime Video, Bengals Preseason TV Network |
| Week 1 | New England Patriots | Sunday, Sept. 8 | 1:00 p.m. | CBS, Paramount+ |
| Week 2 | At Kansas City Chiefs | Sunday, Sept. 15 | 4:25 p.m. | CBS, Paramount+ |
| Week 3 | Washington Commanders | Monday, Sept. 23 | 8:15 p.m. | ABC |
| Week 4 | At Carolina Panthers | Sunday, Sept. 29 | 1:00 p.m. | FOX |
| Week 5 | Baltimore Ravens | Sunday, Oct. 6 | 1:00 p.m. | CBS, Paramount+ |
| Week 6 | At New York Giants | Sunday, Oct. 13 | 8:20 p.m. | NBC, UNIVERSO, Peacock |
| Week 7 | At Cleveland Browns | Sunday, Oct. 20 | 1:00 p.m. | CBS, Paramount+ |
| Week 8 | Philadelphia Eagles | Sunday, Oct. 27 | 4:25 p.m. | CBS, Paramount+ |
| Week 9 | Las Vegas Raiders | Sunday, Nov. 3 | 1:00 p.m. | FOX |
| Week 10 | At Baltimore Ravens | Thursday, Nov. 7 | 8:15 p.m. | Amazon Prime Video |
| Week 11 | At Los Angeles Chargers | Sunday, Nov. 17 | 8:20 p.m. | NBC, UNIVERSO, Peacock |
| Week 12 | Bye Week | — | — | — |
| Week 13 | Pittsburgh Steelers | Sunday, Dec. 1 | 1:00 p.m. | CBS, Paramount+ |
| Week 14 | At Dallas Cowboys | Monday, Dec. 9 | 8:15 p.m. | ESPN, ABC |
| Week 15 | At Tennessee Titans | Sunday, Dec. 15 | 1:00 p.m. | FOX |
| Week 16 | Cleveland Browns | Sunday, Dec. 22 | 1:00 p.m. | CBS, Paramount+ |
| Week 17 | Denver Broncos | Saturday, Dec. 28 | 4:30 p.m. | NFL Network |
| Week 18 | At Pittsburgh Steelers | Saturday, Jan. 4 | 8:00 p.m. | ESPN, ABC, ESPN+, ESPN Deportes |
Data effective as of post date.
2024 Cincinnati Bengals home games
- Baltimore Ravens
- Cleveland Browns
- Pittsburgh Steelers
- Denver Broncos
- Las Vegas Raiders
- Philadelphia Eagles
- Washington Commanders
- New England Patriots
2024 Cincinnati Bengals away games
- Baltimore Ravens
- Cleveland Browns
- Pittsburgh Steelers
- Dallas Cowboys
- Kansas City Chiefs
- Los Angeles Chargers
- New York Giants
- Carolina Panthers
- Tennessee Titans
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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 | $61.00–$152.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Read Cox review |
| DIRECTV | $57.99–$142.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View plans Read DIRECTV review |
| DIRECTV STREAM | $69.99–$149.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View plans Read DIRECTV STREAM review |
| DISH | $97.99–$147.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View plans Read DISH review |
| Fubo | $32.99–$89.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View plans Read Fubo review |
| Hulu + Live TV | $81.99–$95.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View plans Read Hulu + Live TV review |
| Optimum | $40.00–$135.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View plans Read Optimum review |
| Philo | $28.00/mo. | — | — | — | — | — |
View plans Read Philo review |
| Sling TV | $45.99–$60.99/mo. | ✔* | — | ✔* | ✔ | ✔* |
View plans Read Sling TV review |
| Spectrum | $40.00–$105.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Check Availability Read Spectrum review |
| Verizon Fios | $85.00–$129.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View plans Read Verizon Fios review |
| Xfinity | $20.00–$80.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Read Xfinity review |
| YouTube TV | $82.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View plans Read YouTube TV review |
Data effective as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.
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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.
Who is the Cincinnati Bengals quarterback?
Joe Burrow is the Bengals starting quarterback.
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Disclaimer
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