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Bengals Face Grueling 2026 NFL Schedule
15 May
Summary
- Bengals face an early Week 6 bye followed by extensive travel.
- The team will play consecutive primetime games after an international matchup.
- Divisional rivals all start with new head coaches, but Bengals play them late.
The Cincinnati Bengals are gearing up for a demanding 2026 NFL season. Their schedule features an early Week 6 bye, which necessitates a sustained effort through late October and into the new year without a break. This bye week occurs significantly before their international game, scheduled for Week 9.
Following their overseas contest, the Bengals will face consecutive high-profile primetime matchups: a Sunday night game and then a Monday night game. Both of these contests are against strong opponents. The team's divisional rivals are all beginning the 2026 season under new head coaches, potentially making them vulnerable early on. However, the Bengals will not face an AFC North opponent until Week 3 and will play three divisional games in the final six weeks of the season.
