Cincinnati Bengals vs Jacksonville Jaguars

Head to head

Super Bowl odds4.1%2.3%
Power rating9078
Contender tier

Preview

How it plays out

Cincinnati Bengals vs Jacksonville Jaguars is an all-AFC matchup with seeding on the line. Our model makes Cincinnati Bengals a heavy favorite (89% to win, spread CIN -6.5). The power-ranking gap backs it up (#7 vs #24), and the contender tiers agree.

Tactically, Cincinnati Bengals will want to lean on star WR duo to attack Jacksonville Jaguars, whose run defense is the obvious pressure point. Going the other way, Jacksonville Jaguars's big-armed QB could punish Cincinnati Bengals if offensive line goes unaddressed. Whoever wins that exchange likely wins the game.

Keep an eye on Joe Burrow (QB) and Trevor Lawrence (QB): the two most likely to decide it with a single play. With Bengals at home, the model already bakes in roughly a field-goal's worth of home-field edge.

Key players

CIN Bengals

JBJoe Burrow
Joe Burrow
QB · Passing leader
JCJa'Marr Chase
Ja'Marr Chase
WR · Triple Crown
THTrey Hendrickson
Trey Hendrickson
EDGE · Sack leader

JAX Jaguars

TLTrevor Lawrence
Trevor Lawrence
QB · Former No. 1
BTBrian Thomas Jr.
Brian Thomas Jr.
WR · Star rookie
JHJosh Hines-Allen
Josh Hines-Allen
EDGE · All-Pro

Frequently asked

Who is favored in Cincinnati Bengals vs Jacksonville Jaguars?

Our model favors the Cincinnati Bengals, with a 89% win probability over the Jacksonville Jaguars (11%). The projected spread is CIN -6.5.

What is the prediction for Bengals vs Jaguars?

Our model favors Cincinnati Bengals (89%) over Jacksonville Jaguars (11%), spread CIN -6.5: a clear mismatch on paper.

What are the moneyline odds for Cincinnati Bengals vs Jacksonville Jaguars?

Implied from our model's win probabilities, the Cincinnati Bengals are -809 and the Jacksonville Jaguars are +809 on the moneyline.

Who are the key players to watch in Bengals vs Jaguars?

Watch Joe Burrow (QB) for the Bengals and Trevor Lawrence (QB) for the Jaguars.

Is Bengals vs Jaguars a divisional game?

No. It is an AFC inter-divisional game (AFC North vs AFC South), not a division rivalry.