Will the Cincinnati Bengals recover from their second consecutive absence from the playoffs?
Cincinnati Bengals Set for Exciting 2025-26 Season
The Cincinnati Bengals are gearing up for an exciting 2025-26 NFL season, with high hopes riding on their dynamic offensive trio of Joe Burrow, Ja'Marr Chase, and Tee Higgins.
The Bengals' regular season win total for the upcoming season is set at 10.5, with sportsbooks slightly favoring the over (10 or more wins) at -140 odds. This suggests expectations for a decent season, but caution is advised due to a harder defensive schedule and prior defensive weaknesses.
The team's offensive stability is a key factor in their success. The Bengals have retained key wide receivers Tee Higgins and Ja’Marr Chase, who both achieved career highs in the 2024-25 season. Higgins' receiving touchdown total for the 2025-26 season is set at 8.5, while Chase's is at 11.5. Burrow's passing touchdown total is set at 33.5, and his passing yard total is at 4200.5.
Despite the offensive prowess, the Bengals' defense could continue to struggle, potentially leading to another explosive season for the trio. In an attempt to address this issue, the Bengals made three free agency signings and three draft picks in the offseason. However, analysts do not expect these improvements to significantly impact the defensive unit.
The Bengals' defense ranked in the bottom 10 for points and yards allowed per game during the 2024-25 season. This limited their success despite the strong offense, which ranked top-10 in the league.
Cincinnati has about a 60% chance of making the playoffs, with sportsbooks pricing them at -145 to reach the postseason. This reflects optimism but not certainty, given they narrowly missed the playoffs in 2024 and face a competitive AFC.
Season-long player props are available for Joe Burrow, Ja’Marr Chase, and Tee Higgins, which could significantly impact the Bengals' success if they perform at or above expectations. The Bengals' 2025-26 AFC Championship odds are +1000, while their Super Bowl 60 odds are +2000.
Despite the challenges ahead, the Bengals' 2025-26 outlook is promising. With a strong offense anchored by Burrow, Chase, and Higgins, a competitive AFC schedule, and moderately favorable playoff odds, the Bengals are poised for an exciting season.
[1] [Sportsbook A] [2] [Sportsbook B] [3] [Bengals Official Website]
- The sports betting odds for the Cincinnati Bengals' regular season win total in the 2025-26 NFL season, as shown on Sportsbook A, slightly favor the over (10 or more wins) at -140 odds.
- As per the odds on Sportsbook B, the Bengals have a 60% chance of making the playoffs in the 2025-26 season.
- For the upcoming NFL season, season-long player props are available for Joe Burrow, Ja’Marr Chase, and Tee Higgins on betting sites, which could significantly impact the Bengals' success.
- In an American-football league context, the Bengals' 2025-26 AFC Championship odds are +1000, and their Super Bowl 60 odds are +2000, as listed on the Bengals Official Website.
