The 2026 Cincinnati Bengals schedule is here. Coming off a 6-11 season with no playoff berth, the Cincinnati Bengals face a challenging 18-week slate featuring critical AFC North matchups and high-stakes non-conference battles. Whether you’re heading to Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati, OH or watching from your couch, use our printable Cincinnati Bengals schedule in PDF format to ensure you never miss a kickoff. All kickoff times and TV/streaming assignments are included for you (TBAs will be updated as networks announce flex picks).
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2026 Cincinnati Bengals Schedule Grid
| Week | Date | Opponent | Time (ET) | TV / Streaming |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sun, Sept 13 | vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers | 1:00 PM | FOX |
| 2 | Sun, Sept 20 | @ Houston Texans | 1:00 PM | CBS |
| 3 | Sun, Sept 27 | @ Pittsburgh Steelers | 1:00 PM | CBS |
| 4 | Sun, Oct 4 | vs. Jacksonville Jaguars | 1:00 PM | CBS |
| 5 | Sun, Oct 11 | @ Miami Dolphins | 1:00 PM | FOX |
| 6 | BYE WEEK | |||
| 7 | Sun, Oct 25 | @ Baltimore Ravens | 1:00 PM | CBS |
| 8 | Sun, Nov 1 | vs. Tennessee Titans | 1:00 PM | CBS |
| 9 | Sun, Nov 8 | @ Atlanta Falcons | 9:30 AM | NFL Net |
| 10 | Sun, Nov 15 | vs. Pittsburgh Steelers | 8:20 PM | NBC |
| 11 | Mon, Nov 23 | @ Washington Commanders | 8:15 PM | ESPN |
| 12 | Sun, Nov 29 | vs. New Orleans Saints | 1:00 PM | CBS |
| 13 | Sun, Dec 6 | @ Cleveland Browns | 1:00 PM | CBS |
| 14 | Sun, Dec 13 | vs. Kansas City Chiefs | 4:25 PM | FOX |
| 15 | Sun, Dec 20 | @ Carolina Panthers | 1:00 PM | FOX |
| 16 | TBD – Flex Game | @ Indianapolis Colts | TBD | TBD |
| 17 | Thu, Dec 31 | vs. Baltimore Ravens | 8:15 PM | Prime Video |
| 18 | TBD – Flex Game | vs. Cleveland Browns | TBD | TBD |
👉 View the 2026 Cincinnati Bengals Preseason Schedule — opponents, dates, and printable PDF for all three preseason games.
All times Eastern. Schedule subject to flex scheduling and broadcast network changes.
Printable 2026 Cincinnati Bengals Schedule (PDF)
Our signature team schedule PDF is designed for functionality. We have removed heavy team colors and stadium photography to provide a minimalist, “your printer’s favorite” resource.
- Format: Single-page 8.5″ x 11″ PDF.
- Features: Full 18-week schedule, home/away designations, and broadcast channels.
- Branding: Includes the official Cincinnati Bengals logo for easy recognition.
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Key Matchups for the Cincinnati Bengals
- The Rivalry Game: On Sun, Nov 15, the Cincinnati Bengals host the Pittsburgh Steelers in a AFC North matchup that could shape the divisional race.
- Prime-Time Spotlight: Watch the Cincinnati Bengals on the national stage on Mon, Nov 23 (Monday Night Football) traveling to face the Washington Commanders.
NFL Planning Resources
- 2026 NFL Weekly Schedule Hub: Download Team Schedules and more.
- 2026 NFL Bye Week Schedule: Plan your fantasy roster around the designated off-weeks for all 32 teams.
- 2026 NFL Weekly Schedules and Pickem Sheets: The Pickem sheets with the weekly schedule + TV assignments.
- Printable NFL Schedules 2026: Printable schedules for all 32 teams and more.
Authoritative source: Cincinnati Bengals on NFL.com
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the 2026 Cincinnati Bengals season start and end?
The Cincinnati Bengals open Week 1 in September 2026 and finish Week 18 in January 2027.
Who are the Cincinnati Bengals’s 2026 division rivals?
As a AFC North team, the Cincinnati Bengals play home-and-away series against their three division rivals each year. Those matchups are the cornerstone of the schedule and often decide playoff seeding.
Where can I download a printable 2026 Cincinnati Bengals schedule?
Click either green button on this page to download the official low-ink Cincinnati Bengals printable PDF — a one-page 8.5″ x 11″ sheet with kickoff times, opponents, and TV/streaming assignments.
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