Cincinnati Bengals
Cincinnati Bengals fantasy outlook
The Cincinnati Bengals (AFC North) are 3-2 this season.
Week 7: at the Baltimore Ravens, Sun, Oct 25, 1:00 PM ET. Vegas expects Bengals to score about 24.3 points as a 3-point underdog.
On BFN Hot Picks this week: Joe Burrow (QB #7, 24 projected PPR pts); Chase Brown (RB #13, 15.5 projected PPR pts); Ja'Marr Chase (WR #6, 18.9 projected PPR pts); Tee Higgins (WR #17, 15.5 projected PPR pts); Mike Gesicki (TE #14, 9.6 projected PPR pts); Evan McPherson (K #12, 8.1 projected PPR pts).
Injury report (fantasy positions):
- Tanner Hudson (TE) -- IR
- Andrei Iosivas (WR) -- IR
- Colbie Young (WR) -- Out, Knee
- Jack Endries (TE) -- Out, Coach's Decision
Depth chart starters: QB: Joe Burrow · RB: Chase Brown, Samaje Perine · WR: Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins, Colbie Young · TE: Mike Gesicki.
Advanced stats through week 6 (# = NFL rank; for defense, less allowed ranks higher):
| EPA/play | Success rate | Pass EPA | Rush EPA | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Offense | +0.07 #9 | 47% #9 | +0.14 #12 | -0.08 #14 |
| Defense | -0.02 #15 | 44% #19 | -0.01 #9 | -0.04 #28 |
EPA = expected points added per play; success rate = share of plays that gained enough to stay on schedule. Data: nflverse play-by-play.
Latest Bengals news
- Bengals sign S Russ Yeast to their active roster ProFootballTalk · October 20, 2026Fantasy impact: Adds competition; watch the first depth chart after this move.
- Bengals progress report: Grading special teams Yahoo Sports NFL · October 20, 2026Fantasy impact: No direct fantasy action needed.
- How a Jonathan Taylor trade could work for Colts and Cincinnati Yahoo Sports NFL · October 20, 2026Fantasy impact: Target/touch shares shift on both teams. Re-check depth charts.
- Bengals News: Lamar Jackson Injury Watch as Ravens week arrives Yahoo Sports NFL · October 19, 2026Fantasy impact: Monitor status; backups gain value if he misses time.
- ‘The Rams Will Be In Contention’ — Bengals Legend Chad Johnson Swims Against The Tide Over 2-4 LA’s Sinking Chances Pro Football Network · October 19, 2026Fantasy impact: Results story; limited roster impact.
- Bengals put Tanner Hudson on IR ProFootballTalk · October 19, 2026Fantasy impact: Monitor status; backups gain value if he misses time.
- Bengals vs. Ravens odds: Opening lines for Week 7 may hint at Lamar Jackson’s status Yahoo Sports NFL · October 19, 2026Fantasy impact: Results story; limited roster impact.
- ‘Bryce Young Should Win the MVP This Year’ — Chad Ochocinco Makes His Case After Panthers Beat Eagles Pro Football Network · October 19, 2026Fantasy impact: Results story; limited roster impact.
- Bengals Bye Week Awards: Team MVP Yahoo Sports NFL · October 19, 2026Fantasy impact: No direct fantasy action needed.
- Bengals Bye Week Awards: Defensive MVP Yahoo Sports NFL · October 19, 2026Fantasy impact: No direct fantasy action needed.
- Bengals Bye Week Awards: Offensive MVP Yahoo Sports NFL · October 18, 2026Fantasy impact: No direct fantasy action needed.
- Bengals Bye Week Awards: Comeback Player of the Year Yahoo Sports NFL · October 18, 2026Fantasy impact: No direct fantasy action needed.
- Are the Bengals playing today? NFL Week 6 schedule, next game, AFC North standings Yahoo Sports NFL · October 18, 2026Fantasy impact: Results story; limited roster impact.
- Bengals News: Early look at Cincinnati’s 2027 free agents Yahoo Sports NFL · October 18, 2026Fantasy impact: No direct fantasy action needed.
- After overcoming severe colitis in 2024, Auburn's Alex McPherson kicks game-winner vs. No. 1 Georgia ProFootballTalk · October 17, 2026Fantasy impact: No direct fantasy action needed.
- AFC North Preview, Week 6: Bengals on bye as all four teams are above .500 Yahoo Sports NFL · October 17, 2026Fantasy impact: Results story; limited roster impact.
- Prospects of interest for the Bengals in the Ohio State vs. Indiana game Yahoo Sports NFL · October 17, 2026Fantasy impact: No direct fantasy action needed.
- The Biggest Start/Sit Decisions for Week 6 (Fantasy Football) The Fantasy Footballers · October 16, 2026Fantasy impact: No direct fantasy action needed.
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