- The Bengals are -4 point favorites vs the Panthers
- Total (Over/Under): 47 points
- Watch this game on FOX
The Cincinnati Bengals (0-3-0) visit Bank of America Stadium to take on the Carolina Panthers (1-2-0) on Sep. 29. Kickoff is scheduled for 1:00pm EDT in Charlotte, NC.
The Bengals are betting favorites in this matchup, with the spread sitting at -4 (-110).
The Bengals vs. Panthers Over/Under is 47 total points for the game.
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Bengals vs. Panthers Odds, Spread, Over/Under
| Spread | Total (O/U) | Moneyline | |
| Bengals | -4 -110 | 47 -110 | -210 |
| Panthers | +4 -110 | 47 -110 | +170 |
Bengals vs. Panthers Prediction
The winning team model predicts the Bengals will win this game with 70.0% confidence, based on game simulations, player injuries, offensive & defensive matchups and recent game results.
Bengals vs Panthers Spread Prediction
Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Panthers will cover the spread with 62.5% confidence.
This prediction against the spread factors in ATS performances for both teams, opening and current betting lines plus public and sharp money already wagered on this matchup.
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We’ve highlighted some favorite NFL player prop bets for Bengals players this playoff game, looking at profitable historical betting trends:
Best Bengals Player Prop Bets Today
- Mike Gesicki has hit the Longest Reception Under in 9 of his last 10 games (+7.75 Units / 62% ROI)
- Zack Moss has hit the Rushing Yards Under in his last 6 away games (+6.00 Units / 78% ROI)
- Zack Moss has hit the Longest Rush Under in his last 5 away games (+5.00 Units / 78% ROI)
- Jake Browning has hit the TD Passes Over in 5 of his last 7 games (+4.25 Units / 45% ROI)
- Mike Gesicki has hit the Receptions Over in 10 of his last 15 games (+4.20 Units / 20% ROI)
And here are some top NFL player prop bets for Panthers players for this matchup, looking at profitable historical betting trends:
Best Panthers Player Prop Best Bets Today
- Bryce Young has hit the TD Passes Under in 12 of his last 14 games (+12.60 Units / 64% ROI)
- Bryce Young has hit the Passing Yards Under in 13 of his last 16 games (+9.10 Units / 44% ROI)
- Diontae Johnson has hit the Longest Reception Over in 7 of his last 8 games (+5.80 Units / 63% ROI)
- Adam Thielen has hit the Longest Reception Under in 8 of his last 10 games (+5.65 Units / 47% ROI)
- Miles Sanders has hit the Longest Reception Under in his last 5 games (+5.00 Units / 78% ROI)
First Touchdown Scorer Bet for Panthers vs Bengals
| Player Name | 1st TD Odds |
|---|---|
| Zack Moss (CIN) | +550 |
| Ja’Marr Chase (Cin) | +600 |
| Chuba Hubbard (Car) | +700 |
Anytime Touchdown Scorer Bet for Panthers vs Bengals
| Player Name | Anytime TD Odds |
|---|---|
| Chuba Hubbard (Car) | -115 |
| Zack Moss (CIN) | -110 |
| Ja’Marr Chase (Cin) | -105 |
Receiving Props: Total Receiving Yards for Panthers vs Bengals
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Ja’Marr Chase (CIN) | 75.5 -120 | 75.5 -115 |
| Tee Higgins (CIN) | 51.5 -110 | 51.5 -120 |
Bengals Best Bets:
- The Cincinnati Bengals have hit the 1H Game Total Over in 8 of their last 9 away games (+6.85 Units / 67% ROI)
- The Cincinnati Bengals have hit the 2Q Game Total Over in 7 of their last 8 away games (+5.75 Units / 65% ROI)
- The Cincinnati Bengals have scored first in 9 of their last 14 games (+3.90 Units / 22% ROI)
- The Cincinnati Bengals have hit the 2H Moneyline in 4 of their last 6 away games (+3.45 Units / 51% ROI)
- The Cincinnati Bengals have hit the Game Total Over in 6 of their last 9 away games (+2.70 Units / 27% ROI)
Panthers Best Bets:
- The Carolina Panthers have covered the 3Q Spread in 13 of their last 17 games (+7.65 Units / 34% ROI)
- The Carolina Panthers have hit the 3Q Game Total Under in 12 of their last 17 games (+6.05 Units / 28% ROI)
- The Carolina Panthers have hit the 3Q Moneyline in 6 of their last 17 games (+3.70 Units / 22% ROI)
- The Carolina Panthers have hit the 4Q Game Total Under in 6 of their last 8 games at home (+3.55 Units / 37% ROI)
- The Carolina Panthers have hit the 2H Moneyline in 4 of their last 6 games at home (+2.45 Units / 41% ROI)
Bengals Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Against the spread this NFL season, the Bengals art 1-2 (-1.1 Units / -34.38% ROI).
- Bengals are 0-3 when betting on the Moneyline for -8.15 Units / -100% ROI
- Bengals are 2-1 when betting the Over for +0.9 Units / 27.27% ROI
- Bengals are 1-2 when betting the Under for -1.2 Units / ROI
Panthers Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Against the spread this NFL season, the Panthers are 1-2 (-1.2 Units / -36.36% ROI).
- Panthers are 1-2 when betting on the Moneyline for +0.1 Units / 3.33% ROI
- Panthers are 2-1 when betting the Over for +0.9 Units / 27.27% ROI
- Panthers are 1-2 when betting the Under for -1.2 Units / -36.36% ROI
Cincinnati Bengals: Keys to the Game vs. the Carolina Panthers
The Bengals are undefeated (3-0) after a road win since the 2022 season — T-best in NFL; League Avg: .541.
The Bengals were undefeated (5-0) when allowing less than 100 rushing yards last season — T-best in NFL; League Avg: .664.
The Bengals are 7-1 (.875) when converting 55% or more of its red zone chances into touchdowns since the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: .564.
The Bengals were 5-1 (.833) when making 7 or more explosive plays last season — T-4th-best in NFL; League Avg: .625.
Carolina Panthers: Keys to the Game vs. the Cincinnati Bengals
The Panthers were winless (0-4) when sacking the QB 3 or more times last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: .650.
The Panthers are winless (0-7) when playing in cold weather since the 2022 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: .500.
The Panthers are winless (0-4) when sacking the QB 3 or more times since the 2022 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: .647.
The Panthers were winless (0-7) when playing in cold weather last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: .500.
Additional Matchup Notes for Cincinnati Bengals vs. Carolina Panthers
The Panthers scored on 58.3% of their drives last week — 5th-best in NFL. The Bengals defense allowed scores on 75% of opponent drives last week — 2nd-worst in NFL.
Panthers RBs have just 26.0 receiving yards per game since the 2023 season — 5th-worst in NFL. The Bengals have averaged just 26.2 receiving yards per game allowed to RBs since the 2023 season — 4th-best in NFL.
The Panthers have thrown the ball 61.1% of the time in the red zone this season — T-3rd-highest in NFL. The Bengals have allowed a completion rate of 77.8% when defending in the red zone this season — T-2nd-worst in NFL.
The Bengals have averaged 0.41 epa per play against a heavy rush since the 2023 season — 2nd-best in NFL. The Panthers have allowed 0.32 epa per play with a heavy rush since the 2023 season — 2nd-worst in NFL.
The Bengals have been successful on 54.2% of plays they have ran against a heavy rush since the 2023 season — 3rd-best in NFL. The Panthers have allowed their opponents to be successful on 53.8% of plays with a heavy rush since the 2023 season — T-3rd-worst in NFL.
The Bengals have been successful on 51.4% of plays they have ran against a base front this season — 4th-best in NFL. The Panthers have allowed their opponents to be successful on 51.3% of plays with a base front this season — 2nd-worst in NFL.
Cincinnati Bengals Offense: Important Stats
The Bengals averaged -0.85 epa per play against tight coverage last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: -0.52.
The Bengals have averaged -0.84 epa per play against tight coverage since the 2022 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: -0.53.
The Bengals have run successful plays on 63% of rush attempts on motion plays this season — 2nd-best in NFL; League Avg: 44%.
The Bengals scored on 86% of their drives in Week 3 — best in NFL; League Avg: 35%.
Carolina Panthers Offense: Important Stats
The Panthers have averaged -0.44 epa per play at home this season — worst in NFL; League Avg: -0.02.
The Panthers ran successful plays on 37% of pass attempts on motion plays last season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 47%.
The Panthers have run successful plays on 36% of pass attempts against a base rush since the 2022 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 45%.
The Panthers have run successful plays on 36% of pass attempts on motion plays since the 2022 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 47%.
Cincinnati Bengals Defense: Important Stats
The Bengals defense allowed a passer rating of just 24.8 when they pressured the QB (91 Pass Attempts) last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 53.5.
The Bengals defense allowed 8.1 yards from scrimmage per touch (6,621 yards / 819 touches) last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 7.2.
The Bengals defense has forced 4 fumbles this season — T-2nd-most in NFL.
The Bengals defense has allowed 9 TDs on first drive of the game since the 2022 season — T-most in NFL.
Carolina Panthers Defense: Important Stats
The Panthers defense allowed an average of 2.4 yards after contact per carry (422 carries) to RBs last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 1.9.
The Panthers defense has allowed an average of 2.3 yards after contact per carry (566 carries) since the 2022 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 1.8.
The Panthers defense has allowed 29 rushing TDs since the 2022 season — most in NFL.
The Panthers defense has averaged 1.6 sacks per game since the 2022 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 2.6.
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