NFL Betting Preview: Bengals vs Vikings

The Cincinnati Bengals lock horns with the Minnesota Vikings in this NFL Week 3 matchup at US Bank Stadium, with kickoff scheduled for 01:00 on Monday 22 September. Our betting preview features expert predictions, picks, updated betting odds, head-to-head stats and the latest team news, including injuries.

Get Over the Total With Confidence

We’re surprised that the total line is 42.5 and it’s all about going for the Overs option when the Vikings and the Bengals take to the field. Take the 1.95 and cheer on points.

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Previous H2H Was Bengals Overtime Win

Cincinnati Bengals made it back-to-back wins after a 31-27 home success over Jacksonville Jaguars at Paycor Stadium. The Bengals moved the ball for 350 yards, with 302 through the air and 48 on the ground. They moved the chains 24 times and produced 4 touchdowns, 3 through the air along with one rushing score.

Minnesota Vikings lost when they last took to the field. At US Bank Stadium, they were turned over 22-6 at home to Atlanta Falcons. The Vikings moved the ball for 198 yards, with 120 through the air and 78 on the ground. They allowed 19 first downs and managed 10.

Head-to-Head Statistics

It was the Bengals who came out on top when they last played the Vikings. At Paycor Stadium, a 27-24 (OT) win was recorded.

Quarterbacks

Jake Browning

Carson Wentz

Bengals vs Vikings Prediction & Picks

Get ready for Bengals vs Vikings with all the betting angles covered, from an expert match prediction and correct score advice to player props and a custom bet builder.

Game Prediction

You can get 1.95 that there are Over 42.5 points and there’s lots of juice in those odds. The two teams should be able to keep the score ticking for our pick to win.

We only make our NFL predictions after confirming the latest team news. Studying recent form and digging into the most relevant stats also helps us build a complete picture.

Key Bengals vs Vikings stats:

The 42.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Bengals games.
The 42.5 line has been covered in 14 of the last 20 Bengals games.
The 42.5 line has been covered in 6 of the last 10 Vikings games.
The 42.5 line has been covered in 3 of the last 5 Vikings games at home.

Over 42.5 Probability

The top NFL sportsbooks make it a 51.3% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. However, our analysts think that the probability is close to 60% taking all factors into consideration. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this wager.

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Ja'Marr Chase Anytime TD

You can place a bet on Ja'Marr Chase (Bengals) to hit paydirt at 2.55. He looks like a value pick and we think that the odds offer plenty of appeal when it comes to wagering on Anytime Touchdown Scorer.

Latest Ja'Marr Chase Player Prop Odds

Touchdown

Receiving Yards

Jake Browning Over 11.5 Rushing Yards

The odds for Jake Browning (Bengals) to accumulate over 11.5 rushing yards are 1.88. The line for him on the Overs is highly appealing, with Player Rushing Yards bettors able to get plenty of juice.

Latest Jake Browning Player Prop Odds

Touchdown

Passing Yards

Rushing Yards

Same Game Parlay Picks

Totals Over 42.5

Spread Bengals +3

Anytime Touchdown Ja'Marr Chase

Our same game parlay pick is Over 42.5, Bengals +3 on the spread and Ja'Marr Chase (Bengals) scoring a touchdown.

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Correct Score Prediction

Bengals

27 - 20 Vikings logo

Vikings

Rather than betting on the Bengals to win, there’s the option to try your luck when it comes to the correct score lines. Take a chance on a 27-20 victory in their favor.

Bengals vs Vikings Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the betting predictions and bet builder tips.

Vikings Favorites to Win According to the Books

With a 61% chance of securing victory, Minnesota Vikings are favorites for this game and the sportsbooks have them at betting odds of 1.65. For those wanting to oppose the market leader, you can get 2.30 about Cincinnati Bengals.

The spread is calculated to be 3, while total points comes in at 42.5. A Total wager relates to the number of points that will be scored overall. There’s an opportunity to bet Over 42.5 at 1.96.

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Moneyline

Point Spread

Total Points

Jordan Mason Favorite to Be First Touchdown Scorer

Jordan Mason can be backed to score a touchdown at anytime at 1.87. He is the favorite to score the first TD at odds of 5.80.

Touchdown

Jordan Mason (Vikings)

Chase Brown (Bengals)

Justin Jefferson (Vikings)

Ja'Marr Chase (Bengals)

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Receiving Yards

Justin Jefferson (Vikings)

Ja'Marr Chase (Bengals)

Tee Higgins (Bengals)

T.J. Hockenson (Vikings)

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Rushing Yards

Jordan Mason (Vikings)

Chase Brown (Bengals)

Jake Browning (Bengals)

Carson Wentz (Vikings)

Passing Yards

Jake Browning (Bengals)

Carson Wentz (Vikings)

Micro Betting

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Best Betting Offers

US Bank Stadium

Vikings Have Won Seven of Their Last Ten Home Games

The Vikings own a 7-3 mark in their past 10 home games, averaging 24.50 points scored and 20.30 points allowed.

The Bengals have posted four consecutive wins on the road. They own a 7-3 mark in their past 10 road games, averaging 25.80 points on offense and surrendering 22.00 on defense.

Last 10 Games		W-L	P	PF	PA	O42.5	U42.5
Vikings Home Stats		7-3	44.80	24.50	20.30	5	5
Bengals Away Stats		7-3	47.80	25.80	22.00	6	4

W-L = Wins-Losses
P = Avg. Points
PF = Avg. Points For
PA = Avg. Points Against
O42.5 = Games Over 42.5 Points
U42.5 = Games Under 42.5 Points

Last 5 & H2H

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Home
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Last 5 Games

Bengals

NFL: 14/09 Jaguars27 Bengals 31
NFL: 07/09 Bengals17 Browns 16
NFL: 05/01 Bengals19 Steelers 17
NFL: 28/12 Broncos24 Bengals 30
NFL: 22/12 Browns6 Bengals 24

Vikings

NFL: 15/09 Falcons22 Vikings 6
NFL: 09/09 Vikings27 Bears 24
NFL Playoffs: 14/01 Vikings9 Rams 27
NFL: 06/01 Vikings9 Lions 31
NFL: 29/12 Packers25 Vikings 27

Head to Head

Bengals vs Vikings

NFL: 16/12 2023 Vikings 24 Bengals 27
NFL: 12/09 2021 Vikings 24 Bengals 27

Team Stats

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Cincinnati Bengals Stats

Minnesota Vikings Stats

Moneyline

7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

+3 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 games
+3 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

-3 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 games
-3 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

Game Totals: An average of 53.40 pts in the previous 10 games
Game Totals on the Road: An average of 47.80 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
Over 42.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
Over 42.5 on the Road: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games on the road
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 28.40 pts and allowed 25.00 pts in the last 10 games
Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 25.80 pts and allowed 22.00 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

Game Totals: An average of 46.50 pts in the previous 10 games
Game Totals at Home: An average of 44.50 pts in the previous 10 home games
Over 42.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
Over 42.5 at Home: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 home games
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 23.00 pts and allowed 23.50 pts in the last 10 games
Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 25.80 pts and allowed 18.70 pts in the last 10 home games

Game Stats

Last 10 Games

Total Yards: Gained 373.00 Yds. Allowed 358.50 Yds
Rushing Yards: Gained 82.00 Yds. Allowed 115.90 Yds
Passing Yards: Gained 291.00 Yds. Allowed 242.60 Yds
Total Touchdowns: Scored 3.50 TD. Allowed 3.10 TD
Rushing Touchdowns: Scored 0.60 TD. Allowed 0.90 TD
Passing Touchdowns: Scored 2.70 TD. Allowed 2.10 TD
Total 1st Downs: Picked up 23.40. Allowed 21.00
Total Turnovers: Committed 1.60. Committed by opponents 1.90
Total Penalties: Committed 7.00. Committed by opponents 6.90
Penalty Yards: Lost 50.70 Yds. Gained 58.40 Yds

Game Stats

Last 10 Games

Total Yards: Gained 320.90 Yds. Allowed 354.60 Yds
Rushing Yards: Gained 99.50 Yds. Allowed 127.10 Yds
Passing Yards: Gained 221.40 Yds. Allowed 227.50 Yds
Total Touchdowns: Scored 2.40 TD. Allowed 2.40 TD
Rushing Touchdowns: Scored 0.50 TD. Allowed 1.00 TD
Passing Touchdowns: Scored 1.90 TD. Allowed 1.20 TD
Total 1st Downs: Picked up 19.10. Allowed 20.50
Total Turnovers: Committed 1.10. Committed by opponents 1.40
Total Penalties: Committed 6.20. Committed by opponents 9.10
Penalty Yards: Lost 45.90 Yds. Gained 70.20 Yds

Last 10 Games on the Road

Total Yards: Gained 340.00 Yds. Allowed 334.60 Yds
Rushing Yards: Gained 84.30 Yds. Allowed 111.60 Yds
Passing Yards: Gained 255.70 Yds. Allowed 223.00 Yds
Total Touchdowns: Scored 3.00 TD. Allowed 2.80 TD
Rushing Touchdowns: Scored 0.70 TD. Allowed 1.00 TD
Passing Touchdowns: Scored 2.10 TD. Allowed 1.70 TD
Total 1st Downs: Picked up 19.70. Allowed 20.90
Total Turnovers: Committed 1.10. Committed by opponents 1.90
Total Penalties: Committed 7.00. Committed by opponents 6.40
Penalty Yards: Lost 54.90 Yds. Gained 52.00 Yds

Last 10 Home Games

Total Yards: Gained 340.20 Yds. Allowed 335.00 Yds
Rushing Yards: Gained 106.20 Yds. Allowed 113.50 Yds
Passing Yards: Gained 234.00 Yds. Allowed 221.50 Yds
Total Touchdowns: Scored 2.80 TD. Allowed 1.80 TD
Rushing Touchdowns: Scored 0.50 TD. Allowed 0.80 TD
Passing Touchdowns: Scored 2.10 TD. Allowed 0.90 TD
Total 1st Downs: Picked up 20.00. Allowed 19.20
Total Turnovers: Committed 1.50. Committed by opponents 1.80
Total Penalties: Committed 6.80. Committed by opponents 8.10
Penalty Yards: Lost 50.70 Yds. Gained 68.90 Yds

Team News

Cincinnati Bengals @ Minnesota Vikings Lineups

Minnesota Vikings

Manager:

Kevin O'Connell

Cincinnati Bengals

Manager:

Zac Taylor

Minnesota Vikings Substitutes

0 Ivan Pace
1 Jalen Nailor
2 Isaiah Rodgers
4 Myles Price
6 Dwight McGlothern
7 Byron Murphy
8 Jeffrey Okudah
11 Carson Wentz
12 Max Brosmer
13 Tai Felton
15 Dallas Turner
16 Will Reichard
17 Ryan Wright
18 Justin Jefferson
19 Adam Thielen
22 Harrison Smith
24 Jay Ward
26 Theo Jackson
27 Jordan Ponchez-Mason
31 Cam Akers
36 Zavier Scott
37 Tavierre Thomas
41 Kobe King
42 Andrew DePaola
43 Andrew Van Ginkel
44 Josh Metellus
50 Levi Rodriguez
55 Eric Wilson
56 Austin Keys
57 Chaz Chambliss
58 Jonathan Greenard
60 Joe Huber
61 Jalen Redmond
64 Blake Brandel
65 Michael Jurgens
68 Henry Byrd
71 Christian Darrisaw
73 Walter Rouse
74 Donovan Jackson
75 Brian O'Neill
76 Will Fries
84 Josh Oliver
85 Benjamin Yurosek
87 T.J. Hockenson
90 Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins
93 Jonathan Allen
97 Javon Hargrave
98 Bo Richter

Cincinnati Bengals Substitutes

1 Ja'Marr Chase
2 Evan McPherson
5 Tee Higgins
6 Jake Browning
8 Ryan Rehkow
11 Brett Rypien
15 Charlie Jones
20 DJ Turner
22 Geno Stone
23 Daxton Hill
24 Marco Wilson
25 Tahj Brooks
26 Tycen Anderson
27 Jordan Battle
28 Josh Newton
30 Chase Brown
34 Samaje Perine
37 PJ Jules
38 DJ Ivey
42 Oren Burks
44 Demetrius Knight
46 William Wagner
49 Barrett Carter
50 Shaka Heyward
55 Logan Wilson
58 Joseph Ossai
61 Cody Ford
63 Dylan Fairchild
64 Ted Karras
65 Matt Lee
66 Dalton Risner
69 Mike Pennel
71 Amarius Mims
74 Jalen Rivers
75 Orlando Brown
80 Andrei Iosivas
82 Mitchell Tinsley
85 Cam Grandy
86 Noah Fant
88 Mike Gesicki
89 Drew Sample
90 Kris Jenkins
91 Trey Hendrickson
92 B.J. Hill
95 Howard Cross
96 Cameron Sample
98 T.J. Slaton
99 Myles Murphy

Cincinnati Bengals Injuries

Type

Name

Info

Erick All

Knee - ACL

Daijahn Anthony

Hamstring

Joe Burrow

Toe

Sam Hubbard

Undisclosed

Cedric Johnson

Calf

Lucas Patrick

Calf

Shemar Stewart

Ankle

Cam Taylor-Britt

Hamstring

Cordell Volson

Shoulder

Minnesota Vikings Injuries

Type

Name

Info

Jordan Addison

Suspension

Gavin Bartholomew

Back

Tyler Batty

Knee

Blake Cashman

Hamstring

Ty Chandler

Knee

Zeke Correll

Ankle

Christian Darrisaw

Knee - ACL + MCL

C.J. Ham

Undisclosed

Donovan Jackson

Wrist

Theo Jackson

Hip

Aaron Jones

Hamstring

Ryan Kelly

Concussion

Austin Keys

Groin

J.J. McCarthy

Ankle

Rondale Moore

Knee

Alexander Musch Williams

Undisclosed

Matt Nelson

Undisclosed

Jeff Okudah

Concussion

Josh Oliver

Ankle

Justin Skule

Concussion

Harrison Smith

Illness

Andrew Van Ginkel

Concussion

Previous Cincinnati Bengals Lineups

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Jaguars 27-31 Bengals

AFC East	W	L	PCT	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Road	Div	Conf	Last 5	Strk
Bills	3	0	1.000	102	71	31	2-0-0	1-0-0	2-0-0	3-0-0	3-0-0	3W
Patriots	1	2	0.333	60	68	-8	0-2-0	1-0-0	1-0-0	1-2-0	1-2-0	1L
Dolphins	0	3	0.000	56	97	-41	0-1-0	0-2-0	0-2-0	0-3-0	0-3-0	3L
Jets	0	3	0.000	69	93	-24	0-2-0	0-1-0	0-1-0	0-2-0	0-3-0	3L

AFC North	W	L	PCT	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Road	Div	Conf	Last 5	Strk
Bengals	2	1	0.667	58	91	-33	1-0-0	1-1-0	1-0-0	2-0-0	2-1-0	1L
Steelers	2	1	0.667	72	77	-5	0-1-0	2-0-0	0-0-0	2-0-0	2-1-0	1W
Ravens	1	1	0.500	81	58	23	1-0-0	0-1-0	1-0-0	1-1-0	1-1-0	1W
Browns	1	2	0.333	46	68	-22	1-1-0	0-1-0	0-2-0	0-2-0	1-2-0	1W

AFC South	W	L	PCT	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Road	Div	Conf	Last 5	Strk
Colts	3	0	1.000	103	56	47	2-0-0	1-0-0	1-0-0	3-0-0	3-0-0	3W
Jaguars	2	1	0.667	70	51	19	2-0-0	0-1-0	1-0-0	1-1-0	2-1-0	1W
Texans	0	3	0.000	38	51	-13	0-1-0	0-2-0	0-1-0	0-1-0	0-3-0	3L
Titans	0	3	0.000	51	94	-43	0-2-0	0-1-0	0-1-0	0-2-0	0-3-0	3L

AFC West	W	L	PCT	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Road	Div	Conf	Last 5	Strk
Chargers	3	0	1.000	70	50	20	2-0-0	1-0-0	3-0-0	3-0-0	3-0-0	3W
Chiefs	1	2	0.333	60	56	4	0-1-0	1-1-0	0-1-0	0-1-0	1-2-0	1W
Raiders	1	2	0.333	53	74	-21	0-1-0	1-1-0	0-1-0	1-1-0	1-2-0	2L
Broncos	1	2	0.333	68	64	4	1-0-0	0-2-0	0-1-0	1-2-0	1-2-0	2L

NFC East	W	L	PCT	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Road	Div	Conf	Last 5	Strk
Eagles	3	0	1.000	77	63	14	2-0-0	1-0-0	1-0-0	2-0-0	3-0-0	3W
Commanders	2	1	0.667	80	57	23	2-0-0	0-1-0	1-0-0	1-1-0	2-1-0	1W
Cowboys	1	2	0.333	74	92	-18	1-0-0	0-2-0	1-1-0	1-2-0	1-2-0	1L
Giants	0	3	0.000	52	83	-31	0-1-0	0-2-0	0-2-0	0-2-0	0-3-0	3L

NFC North	W	L	PCT	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Road	Div	Conf	Last 5	Strk
Packers	2	1	0.667	64	44	20	2-0-0	0-1-0	1-0-0	2-0-0	2-1-0	1L
Vikings	2	1	0.667	81	56	25	1-1-0	1-0-0	1-0-0	1-1-0	2-1-0	1W
Lions	1	1	0.500	65	48	17	1-0-0	0-1-0	1-1-0	1-1-0	1-1-0	1W
Bears	1	2	0.333	76	93	-17	1-1-0	0-1-0	0-2-0	1-2-0	1-2-0	1W

NFC South	W	L	PCT	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Road	Div	Conf	Last 5	Strk
Buccaneers	3	0	1.000	72	66	6	1-0-0	2-0-0	1-0-0	1-0-0	3-0-0	3W
Falcons	1	2	0.333	42	59	-17	0-1-0	1-1-0	0-2-0	1-2-0	1-2-0	1L
Panthers	1	2	0.333	62	53	9	1-0-0	0-2-0	1-0-0	1-1-0	1-2-0	1W
Saints	0	3	0.000	47	90	-43	0-2-0	0-1-0	0-0-0	0-3-0	0-3-0	3L

NFC West	W	L	PCT	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Road	Div	Conf	Last 5	Strk
49ers	3	0	1.000	59	49	10	1-0-0	2-0-0	2-0-0	3-0-0	3-0-0	3W
Cardinals	2	1	0.667	62	51	11	1-0-0	1-1-0	0-1-0	2-1-0	2-1-0	1L
Seahawks	2	1	0.667	88	47	41	1-1-0	1-0-0	0-1-0	1-1-0	2-1-0	2W
Rams	2	1	0.667	73	61	12	1-0-0	1-1-0	0-0-0	0-1-0	2-1-0	1L

NFL Betting Preview: Bengals vs Vikings

Head-to-Head Statistics

Bengals vs Vikings Prediction & Picks

Game Prediction

Over 42.5 Probability

Best Bet

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Correct Score Prediction

Bengals vs Vikings Odds

Last 5 & H2H

Team News

Cincinnati Bengals @ Minnesota Vikings Lineups

Minnesota Vikings

Cincinnati Bengals

Minnesota Vikings Substitutes

Cincinnati Bengals Substitutes

Cincinnati Bengals Injuries

Minnesota Vikings Injuries

Previous Cincinnati Bengals Lineups

Previous Minnesota Vikings Lineups

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