Bengals vs Eagles predictions
When you put the Cincinnati Bengals on a big stage like Lincoln Financial Field, you know all eyes will be on Joe Burrow. Coming into this one, I’d look for Burrow to get into an early rhythm, spreading the ball around the field—especially to Ja’Marr Chase, who’s always a threat to rack up yardage with just one big play. Don’t sleep on Tee Higgins either; he could quietly put together a chain-moving day, making clutch catches on third down. And with the Eagles known for a tough front, Joe Mixon’s role becomes even more interesting. If he finds his lanes and reels off a few chunk runs, Cincy’s offense could really click.
If you shift the focus to Philly, there’s no doubt that Jalen Hurts will need to make magic happen with both his arm and his legs. Going up against the Bengals’ pass rush, his ability to escape the pocket and extend plays might be the X-factor. A.J. Brown feels like a prime candidate for a big game—picture him breaking tackles and making defenders look silly after the catch. And don’t forget about DeVonta Smith; if Cincinnati shifts coverage to Brown, Smith could end up as Hurts’ go-to mover downfield. Sprinkle in some Dallas Goedert action in the red zone, and you’ve got signature Philly versatility.
So, with both squads entering the matchup with clean slates and the Bengals getting the slight nod from the oddsmakers, it’s poised to be a close one. Still, something about the home field advantage in Philadelphia—combined with Hurts’ dual-threat ability—makes me lean Eagles in a tight contest. If they can control the tempo and limit turnovers, I see Philly pulling off a narrow win in front of a rowdy Lincoln Financial Field crowd. What do you think—are the Eagles about to start their season 1-0?
