How to Watch the Cincinnati Bengals in 2025: Complete Streaming Guide

Complete 2025 viewing guide for Cincinnati Bengals games. Find the best streaming services, cable options, and local broadcasts to watch every game this season.

5 min read Updated Sep 28, 2025

How to Watch

Welcome to the complete 2025 Cincinnati Bengals viewing guide - your one-stop resource for watching every game this season. Whether you're a die-hard fan in Cincinnati or following from across Ohio and beyond, we'll show you exactly how to catch all the action. This guide covers: • Local TV channels and free antenna options for Cincinnati area residents • Best streaming services with pricing comparisons and free trials • Out-of-market viewing solutions including NFL Sunday Ticket • Complete schedule with broadcast information for every game • Cost-saving tips and bundle recommendations • Primetime and special game broadcasts We've analyzed every viewing option to help you make the best choice based on your location and budget. From free over-the-air broadcasts to premium streaming packages, find the perfect way to watch your Bengals this season. Bookmark this page for easy access all season long and join our beta for personalized game alerts and exclusive streaming deals tailored to Bengals fans.
Upcoming Cincinnati Bengals Games
Date Date Matchup Game Time (ET) Time
10/5 vs DET 4:25 PM FOX FOX FOX1 FOX1 -
10/12 @ GB 4:25 PM CBS CBS PARAM+ PARAM+ -
10/16 vs PIT 8:15 PM - PRIME PRIME -
10/26 vs NYJ 1:00 PM CBS CBS PARAM+ PARAM+ -
Legend: = Traditional broadcast/cable = Streaming/Digital = Watch out-of-market NFL games every Sunday
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In The Cincinnati Market

In Cincinnati and the tri-state area, Bengals fans can watch games through local broadcasts on WKRC-TV 12 (CBS) and WXIX-TV 19 (FOX), available free with an HD antenna. The Bengals' unique territory spans three states - southwestern Ohio, northern Kentucky (including Lexington and Louisville markets), and southeastern Indiana. This true regional franchise ensures fans from Dayton to Lexington, Columbus to Louisville receive every Bengals game. The team's Who Dey nation creates an authentic Midwest football experience across this diverse geographic footprint.
Cincinnati Local Broadcast Networks
WKRC-TV 12 CBS WXIX-TV 19 FOX WLWT 5 NBC WCPO-TV 9 ABC

Local games are broadcast on these channels when the Cincinnati Bengals play on their respective networks.

Best Streaming Services

Who Dey Nation gets 9 games on Paramount+/CBS, 3 on FOXONE/FOX, 1 SNF game on NBC/Peacock, 2 MNF games on ESPN, and 1 TNF game on Prime Video. AFC heavy schedule means Paramount+ is a must. Add ESPN for those Monday nights featuring Burrow.
Cable Over The Air Streaming Streaming Price Free Trial
— CBS Paramount+ $7.99/mo 7 days
— — Netflix $7.99/mo —
— — Prime Video $8.99/mo 7 days
— NBC Peacock $10.99/mo 7 days
— — NFL+ Premium $14.99/mo —
— FOX FOXONE $19.99/mo 7 days
ESPN ABC ESPN Unlimited $29.99/mo —
— — Sunday Ticket $119.0/mo —

Out-of-Market Viewing

Out-of-market Bengals fans have several options: NFL Sunday Ticket (YouTube TV) provides every out-of-market game for $389/season. Cincinnati expatriates have established strong fan communities in Columbus (despite being in-state), Nashville, Chicago, and surprisingly large groups in both Carolinas. The Joe Burrow era has energized younger fans nationwide, creating new viewing parties in cities like Austin and Denver. Many fans abroad rely on NFL+ Premium ($14.99/month) or gather at the growing number of Bengals-friendly bars popping up in major metropolitan areas.

Primetime & Special Games

The Bengals have 4 primetime games in 2025: 1 Sunday Night Football game on NBC, 2 Monday Night Football games on ESPN, and 1 Thursday Night Football game on Prime Video. They play on Thanksgiving Night (at Baltimore on NBC). As an AFC North team, CBS dominates with 9 games versus 3 on FOX.