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The Cincinnati Bengals’ 2025-26 NFL schedule is officially here.
Yes, we already know the Bengals will go head-to-head with their AFC North foes twice — but who else will we have to see next season?
The biggest question hanging over this season: Can Joe Burrow lead Cincinnati back to the Super Bowl? With a healthy roster and a big-money offense, the pressure is on — and the window is wide open.
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Meanwhile, all eyes are on the defensive side of the ball as the fallout continues from the Trey Hendrickson situation. Will the Bengals’ pass rush hold up without one of their cornerstone players? Or will both sides end up playing nice and get back on good terms?
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The season is loaded with big matchups, high stakes, and even higher expectations.
Here’s your full 2025-26 Cincinnati Bengals schedule.
1. Week 1: @ Cleveland Browns
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September 7
2. Week 2: Jacksonville Jaguars
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September 14
3. Week 3: @ Minnesota Vikings
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September 21
4. Week 4: @ Denver Broncos
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September 29 – Monday Night Football
5. Week 5: Detroit Lions
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October 5
6. Week 6: @ Green Bay Packers
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October 12
7. Week 7: Pittsburgh Steelers
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October 16 – Thursday Night Football
8. Week 8: New York Jets
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October 27
9. Week 9: Chicago Bears
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November 2
10. Week 10: Bye Week
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11. Week 11: @ Pittsburgh Steelers
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November 16
12. Week 12: New England Patriors
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November 23
13. Week 13: @ Baltimore Ravens
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November 27 – Thanksgiving
14. Week 14: @ Buffalo Bills
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December 7
15. Week 15: Baltimore Ravens
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December 14
16. Week 16: @ Miami Dolphins
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December 21 – Sunday Night Football
17. Week 17: Arizona Cardinals
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TBD
18. Week 18: Pittsburgh Steelers
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TBD
