On October 16, 2025, an exciting NFL matchup is set as the Pittsburgh Steelers visit the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati, with kickoff slated for 8:15 PM.

Last season’s records put the Steelers first in their division and second in the conference with a 3-1-0 tally, marking a .750 win rate. They scored 96 points but allowed 98, leaving them with a -2 net score. In contrast, the Bengals ranked second in their division and sixth in the conference, holding a 2-1-0 record and a .667 win rate, with 58 points for and 91 against, resulting in a -33 net difference.

In their prior encounters, the Steelers overwhelmed the LV Raiders 32-13 at Allegiant Stadium, securing 18 first downs along with 183 rushing yards and 110 passing yards. Conversely, the Bengals secured a 17-7 victory over the NY Giants at MetLife Stadium, achieving 13 first downs, 121 rushing yards, and 183 passing yards.

Steeler’s quarterback Justin Fields delivered 145 passing yards and a passer rating of 75.87 in their last game. Meanwhile, Bengal’s quarterback Joe Burrow threw for 208 yards with no touchdowns, boasting a passer rating of 89.58, setting the stage for a riveting quarterback duel in this upcoming game.

Now, turning to the betting outlook for this fixture, the odds are notably in favor of the Cincinnati Bengals. They’ve been chalked up with a -4.80 point spread, suggesting they are slightly favored to win by the markets. The Steelers are not far behind with a point spread of 5.20. The over/under for the game has been set at an interesting 49.80, which indicates expectations for a moderately high-scoring game. For those looking at straightforward win probabilities, the moneyline odds are -241 for the Bengals, showing stronger confidence in them, against a +198 for the Steelers. This presents a potentially lucrative opportunity for bettors leaning towards an underdog victory.

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