To watch the Cincinnati Bengals games, the best options are streaming services that carry the main networks (CBS, FOX, NBC, ESPN) which broadcast most NFL games, including Bengals games. Popular choices include:
- YouTube TV: Offers NBC, CBS, FOX, ABC, ESPN, and NFL Sunday Ticket for out-of-market games. Starts at $59.99/mo (promotional rate) then goes to $82.99/mo. NFL Sunday Ticket extra for comprehensive coverage.
- Hulu + Live TV: Includes NBC, CBS, FOX, ABC, ESPN, and NFL Network. Starts at $82.99/mo.
- Fubo: Includes NBC, CBS, FOX, ABC, ESPN, and NFL Network. Plans start at $64.99/mo the first month.
- Sling TV: Offers NBC, FOX, ABC, ESPN, NFL Network (Orange + Blue bundle). Starts at $30.50/mo.
Additional options:
- Peacock streams some exclusive games, like Week 1 in Brazil.
- Amazon Prime Video streams select Thursday night games.
For cable or satellite TV, Bengals games air on local affiliates like WXIX (FOX19) in Cincinnati, WSYX (ABC6) in Columbus, etc. The NFL Network and NFL RedZone also provide coverage.
Fans out of the local broadcast area can use services like NFL Sunday Ticket (YouTube TV add-on) or NFL Game Pass International to watch all games live, sometimes requiring a VPN if outside the U.S..
In summary:
- For comprehensive live viewing of Bengals games, YouTube TV with NFL Sunday Ticket is top choice.
- Hulu + Live TV and Fubo are good alternatives.
- Local channels on cable or antenna also broadcast games.
- Amazon Prime and Peacock cover some special games.
This setup allows watching Bengals games live anywhere, without needing traditional cable.