The Cincinnati Bengals visit the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday, October 25, 2026, in an AFC North showdown that has flipped the betting market on its head. Baltimore opened as a 3-point home favorite. Now Cincinnati is laying 3 on the road after the Ravens ruled out Lamar Jackson with a high-ankle sprain. The total has dropped five points as well. Below, we break down the new number and where we see value.
Last Updated: Sunday, October 25, 2026
Cincinnati Bengals vs. Baltimore Ravens — Time & How to Watch
| Where | M&T Bank Stadium, Baltimore, MD |
| When | Sunday, October 25 – 1:00 PM ET |
| TV | CBS |
Cincinnati Bengals vs. Baltimore Ravens Betting Preview
Baltimore enters at 4-2 and sits in a three-way tie with Cleveland and Pittsburgh atop the AFC North. However, the Ravens are limping into this one. They lost 13-10 at Cleveland last week and posted season lows in points and total yardage.
Jackson will miss his third straight game after hurting his ankle on October 4 against Tennessee. He was listed as questionable Friday before being downgraded Saturday. Tyler Huntley makes his third consecutive start. He is 1-1 in Jackson’s absence, with a win over Atlanta and the loss in Cleveland. Before the injury, Jackson had gone 3-1 with 967 passing yards, six touchdowns and one interception.
The defensive injury list is just as concerning for head coach Jesse Minter. Edge rusher Tavius Robinson, the team leader with 3.5 sacks, suffered a season-ending pectoral injury. Safety Jaylinn Hawkins (knee) is also out, and cornerback T.J. Tampa is doubtful. The Ravens’ official injury report lists defensive tackle Broderick Washington Jr. as questionable with an ankle injury.
Cincinnati, meanwhile, arrives at 3-2 and fully rested. The Bengals started 2-0, dropped back-to-back games to Pittsburgh and Jacksonville, then won at Miami before the bye. They carry no game designations into Sunday. Joe Burrow has thrown 11 touchdown passes, and the Bengals’ pass rush is tied for sixth in the league with 17 sacks. A win would move Cincinnati ahead of Baltimore in the standings.
Recent history favors Baltimore. The Ravens won the last meeting 24-0 in Cincinnati on December 14, 2025, a loss that eliminated the Bengals from playoff contention.
Cincinnati Bengals vs. Baltimore Ravens Odds
| Spread | Moneyline | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bengals | -3 (+100) | -150 | O 46 (-110) |
| Ravens | +3 (-120) | +130 | U 46 (-110) |
Odds accurate as of Sunday, October 25, 2026 via TheSpread.com. Odds change, get the latest NFL Odds – Futures – Props
Cincinnati Bengals vs. Baltimore Ravens — Who Is the Public Betting?
| Bengals | 69% | 31% | Ravens |
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Bengals vs. Ravens Prediction — Is the Road Favorite Worth the Price?
This line moved a full six points through the most important number in football. Baltimore opened at -3, and Cincinnati is now the 3-point favorite. That flip tells you how much the market values Jackson. It also explains why roughly 69 percent of spread bets are on the Bengals. Notably, the favorite is priced at even money while the home underdog carries the heavier juice.
The case for Cincinnati starts with health. The Bengals are rested, coming off a bye, and facing a backup quarterback behind a defense missing its sack leader and a starting safety. Baltimore’s offense managed just 10 points in Cleveland with Huntley under center. If the Bengals’ interior pass rush of Dexter Lawrence and Jonathan Allen can win early downs, Huntley will face long-yardage situations all afternoon.
Still, there is a real case for the Ravens. Derrick Henry leads the NFL with 130 carries and has 534 rushing yards and seven touchdowns. A ball-control game plan can shorten the contest and keep Burrow on the sideline. Baltimore is also averaging 26 points per game, seventh in the league, and it shut Cincinnati out the last time these teams met. Fading a lopsided public side at a key number is a respected approach. Still, the health gap and rest edge are too large to ignore.
The Pick: Bengals -3 (+100)
Bengals vs. Ravens Prediction — Has the Total Dropped Far Enough?
The total opened at 51 and now sits at 46. That five-point drop reflects a Ravens offense that looked stuck in neutral at Cleveland. With Huntley starting, expect Baltimore to lean even harder on Henry. A run-heavy script burns clock and limits the number of possessions for both offenses.
On the other hand, Baltimore’s defense is thinner than it has been all season. Burrow has 11 touchdown passes and now gets a secondary without Hawkins and possibly without Tampa. Still, this Ravens offense has shown far less scoring punch with Huntley, and we expect Baltimore to play keep-away.
The Pick: Under 46 (-110)
Final Thoughts and Bonus Angle
We considered the Bengals’ moneyline at -150 as a bonus angle. However, that price implies a 60 percent win probability and overlaps heavily with our spread pick, so we are passing. The bigger takeaway is the scale of the market adjustment. A six-point swing in the spread and a five-point drop in the total show how much Baltimore’s outlook depends on its franchise quarterback.
For context on Baltimore’s last outing, see our Ravens vs. Browns prediction from October 18. Game details and season leaders are also available on the NFL.com game center.
Here is a recap of our picks for Bengals vs. Ravens:
- Spread: Bengals -3 (+100)
- Total: Under 46 (-110)
NFL Bengals vs. Ravens FAQ: Sunday October 25, 2026
What time does the Bengals vs. Ravens game start?
The Bengals vs. Ravens game kicks off at 1:00 PM ET on Sunday, October 25, 2026. The AFC North matchup takes place at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, Maryland. Cincinnati is coming off its bye week, while Baltimore is playing for the second straight week after a road loss at Cleveland.
What channel is the Bengals vs. Ravens game on?
The Bengals vs. Ravens game will air on CBS. Kickoff is set for 1:00 PM ET on Sunday, October 25, 2026, from M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, Maryland. The Week 7 AFC North matchup features a 4-2 Ravens team hosting the 3-2 Bengals, who are coming off their bye week.
Is Lamar Jackson playing against the Bengals?
No. The Ravens ruled out Lamar Jackson for Sunday’s game against the Bengals because of a high-ankle sprain. It is his third straight missed game since he was hurt on October 4 against Tennessee. Tyler Huntley will make his third consecutive start at quarterback for Baltimore in Jackson’s place.
Who won the last meeting between the Bengals and Ravens?
The Ravens won the last meeting 24-0 over the Bengals on December 14, 2025, in Cincinnati. The shutout loss eliminated the Bengals from playoff contention last season. Sunday’s game is the first meeting between the AFC North rivals in the 2026 regular season.
Where do the Bengals and Ravens stand in the AFC North?
The Ravens are 4-2 and tied with the Browns and Steelers for first place in the AFC North. The Bengals are 3-2 and sit in last place, a half-game back of the three-way tie. A Cincinnati win on Sunday would move the Bengals ahead of Baltimore in the division standings.