Bengals vs Chiefs Odds: Quick Facts
Below, we included some need-to-know information for this Week 2 clash.
| ⭐ Favorite | Chiefs |
| ⚖️ Bengals Win | 40% Chance |
| 🔢 Point Spread | KC -3.5 |
| 📊 Moneyline | KC -180 |
| 📈 Game Total O/U | 48.5 |
| ✅ Last Verified | December 2024 |
Odds via FanDuel Sportsbook Ohio.
Who is Favored to Win?
The Chiefs are favored to beat the Bengals in Week 2. Kansas City dispatched the Baltimore Ravens to open their season, while the Bengals lost a stunning upset to New England. Cincinnati needs to get their season back on track by upsetting Kansas City.
The exact line differs slightly from sportsbook to sportsbook, but the Chiefs are favorites at all Ohio betting apps.
What is the Spread?
The point spread for Bengals vs Chiefs is 6 points, meaning the oddsmakers expect KC to win by at least 5.5 points. Home-field advantage is generally worth about three points in the regular season. That means on a neutral field, bookmakers think there's only a half-point difference between these two teams.
Breaking Down Moneylines
The moneyline for Chiefs vs Bengals is set at KC -250 and CIN +205, according to DraftKings. With KC nearly being an over 2-to-1 favorite, the value here is betting on Joe Burrow to pull off the upset against Patrick Mahomes & Co.
Game Total: Over/Under
The game total for Bengals vs Chiefs is set at over/under 48 points, with -112 on the over and -108 on the under. This is currently the second-highest total of the week, so it looks like oddsmakers are projecting a shootout.
Bengals vs Chiefs Prediction
The Bengals are one of the few teams that have been competitive against the Mahomes-led Chiefs. Cincinnati is one of just four AFC teams with a record of .500 or better against Mahomes in the regular season, and Burrow is the only quarterback not named Tom Brady who has beaten Mahomes in the playoffs.
It's fair to worry about a slow start to the season for Kansas City's offense. Last year, the Chiefs limited Travis Kelce's usage in the regular season before fully unleashing him in the playoffs. If that pattern repeats itself, Mahomes could be overly reliant on two new wide receivers, Hollywood Brown and rookie Xavier Worthy, especially if Rashee Rice is suspended.
We expect defensive coordinator Lou Anaromo to exploit early-season chemistry issues in KC's passing game, allowing Cincinnati to secure a narrow upset.
Cincinnati Bengals vs Kansas Chiefs Pick
- ⭐️ Kansas City Chiefs: 28 | Cincinnati Bengals: 13
Cincinnati Bengals Chances to Win vs Kansas City Chiefs
Cincinnati has a 32.8% chance to defeat Kansas City in Week 2. We generated this number by calculating the implied probability of the Bengals' +205 moneyline.
How to Bet on the Game
Ohio bettors will be glad to know they have no shortage of options if they're looking to wager on this marquee matchup. Fanatics Sportsbook Ohio stands out as a preferred platform, thanks to its robust market of unique lines and props.
There are plenty of in-person Ohio sports betting locations as well. Whatever platform you choose, expect this to be one of the most-bet matchups of the season.
Exclusive Promos for Betting on the Game
As of the writing of this article, there aren't any promos that are specific to this Week 2 bout. However, we recommend bettors take advantage of a welcome offer and use their bonus bets to bet on the Bengals vs Chiefs game.
If you need help finding the right offer, we have broken down the best Ohio sportsbook promos.
How to Watch the Game
As maybe the best matchup in the early-season slate, it should come as no surprise that this game got a premium TV slot. The game will be broadcast on CBS on Sunday, Sept. 15 at 4:25 p.m. EST. Those without a cable TV subscription might want to look into a streaming option, like YouTube TV.
History of Bengals vs. Chiefs
The Bengals are one of the few teams that have troubled the Chiefs recently. Below, we broke down everything you need to know about the history between these two teams.
Record All-Time
| Games Played: | 34 |
| Bengals Wins: | 18 |
| Chiefs Wins: | 16 |
| Ties: | 0 |
| Playoff Matchups: | 2 |
| Playoff Series: | 1-1 |
| Super Bowl Matchups: | 0 |
| First Matchup: | 1968 |
| Last Matchup: | 2023 |
Last 5 Times They Played
| Date | Matchup | Winner |
|---|---|---|
| 12/31/2023 | CIN @ KC | Chiefs (25-17) |
| 1/29/2023 | CIN @ KC* | Chiefs (23-30) |
| 12/4/2022 | KC @ CIN | Bengals (27-24) |
| 1/30/2022 | CIN @ KC* | Bengals (27-24) |
| 1/2/2022 | KC @ CIN | Bengals (34-31) |
* = Playoff game
Bengals vs Chiefs FAQ
The latest Bengals vs Chiefs odds list Kansas City as a 6-point favorite in Week 2, according to the best Ohio sportsbooks. The matchup features the second-highest over/under of the week, so bookmakers are projecting a shootout in what could be one of the games of the year.
The Cincinnati Bengals and Kansas City Chiefs will play in Week 2, on Sunday, Sept. 15 at 4:25 p.m. EST. This game will mark the sixth meeting between these two AFC heavyweights since the 2022 NFL season.
My latest Bengals vs Chiefs prediction has the Cincinnati Bengals defeating the Kansas City Chiefs 24-17. Look for a bounce-back season from defensive coordinator Lou Anaromo, who should be able to stymie Mahomes yet again en route to a Bengals upset.
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