What time is the NFL game today? Schedule, TV Channel, kick-off time, and How to watch Cincinnati Bengals vs. Minnesota Vikings

Bengals are scheduled to go against the Vikings in their week 15 matchup.

What time is the NFL game today? Schedule, TV Channel, kick-off time, and How to watch Cincinnati Bengals vs. Minnesota Vikings

Jordan Addison (L) and Ja'Marr Chase (R) (Credits: Imago)

The Cincinnati Bengals led by their second-string quarterback Jake Browning are currently preparing to take on the Minnesota Vikings in their week 15 matchup. The matchup between two potential playoff teams has created a buzz among teams’ fans. In this article, check out how, when, and where to catch that exciting matchup.

The Bengals are coming off a massive victory against the Indianapolis Colts in week 14. Their second-stringer QB led their offensive unit to score 34 points against the Colts. With that victory, they improved to a solid 7-6 record and are still hoping for a postseason spot.

The Vikings are coming off a rough victory against the Las Vegas Raiders in their week 14 matchup. Despite winning that game, their morale wouldn’t be high since they only managed to score 3 points in the entire game. Their defensive unit bailed them out in the game by holding the Raiders to zero points. They would look to repeat that kind of defensive performance against the Bengals.

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And now, the Bengals are set to host Nick Mullens and the Vikings at the Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati, Ohio, in what is expected to be a great matchup between two backup quarterbacks. Historically, both teams have only faced each other 14 times, and the record is split between the two teams with 7 wins for each team.

The last time these two teams faced each other, the Bengals ended up winning in overtime in an exciting match. They would look to repeat the same kind of performance tonight.

What time is the NFL game today?

  • Game: Cincinnati Bengals vs. Minnesota Vikings
  • Day: Saturday, December 16
  • Time: 1:00 p.m. ET (10:00 a.m.. PT)
  • Venue: Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati.

The Saturday, December 16, game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Minnesota Vikings will take place at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati, Ohio at 1:00 p.m. ET (10:00 a.m.. PT).

What channel is the Bengals vs. Vikings game on today?

  • Game: Bengals Vs. Vikings
  • Date: Saturday, December 16
  • TV Channel: NFL Network

The Sunday matchup between the Bengals and the Vikings will be broadcast on NFL Network. The broadcast team Chris Rose and Jason McCourty will be in the booth leading the way while Steve Wyche will be serving as the sideline reporter.

Ja'Marr Chase
Ja’Marr Chase (Via Imago)

NFL live streaming for Sunday Game

Viewers can watch this matchup between the two potential playoff teams, the Bengals and the Raiders on NFL Network. In addition, fans can also watch the game on Fubo TV, which comes with a free trial.

Furthermore, viewers can also subscribe to DAZN Network, which carries all NFL games throughout the season. Fans from the greater Cincinnati area can also watch the game on WCPO-TV (Channel 9).

Cincinnati Bengals vs. Minnesota Vikings Predicted Lineup

The Minnesota Vikings are very damaged as for the injury front. However, they do have some positives since their star wide receiver Justin Jefferson is expected to play on Saturday despite missing most of the practice sessions with a chest injury.

Their starting running back Alexander Mattison and right tackle Brian O’Neill. Both have been ruled out of the game with ankle injuries. Their offensive guard, Chris Reed, is also listed as questionable with illness.

Justin Jefferson (Image via SI)

As for the Bengals, wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase and QB Jake Browning missed some practice sessions, but they are good to go for their game against the Minnesota-based football team. They are not suffering as much as from injuries.

Nonetheless, one key matchup to watch out for in the game will be between the Bengals wideout Chase and the Vikings’ secondary unit. If the Vikings’ defensive backs can contain Chase, their defensive front can put some pressure on the Bengals’ second-string QB, which could lead them to a victory.

NFL Odds and Betting Lines for Bengals vs. Vikings

  • Bengals vs. Vikings spread: Bengals -3.5, Vikings +3.5 
  • Bengals vs. Vikings Over/Under: 39.5 points.
  • Bengals vs. Vikings money line: Bengals -180, Vikings +150

Why the Cincinnati Bengals can win?

Despite losing their franchise quarterback Joe Burrow, the Bengals have been very consistent in the last few games. Their offense, led by their backup QB, hasn’t slowed down in the absence of Burrow. They would look to show the same kind of performance on Saturday to win their game.

The Bengals defense ranks 4th in interceptions registered with 13 picks and they would look to feast on Nick Mullens in week 15. Their major weakness was their ground game, which they would look to improve on Saturday to take home a victory.

Why the Minnesota Vikings can win?

The Vikings’ defense has been one of the main reasons they are still in the playoff hunt despite losing their franchise quarterback Kirk Cousins earlier in the season. The Vikings’ defense ranks 5th in points allowed per game and has been very solid in the 2023 season.

They rank inside the top 10 in some major defensive statistics and they would look to put some pressure on the Bengals backup QB Jake Browning. If they failed to make Browning uncomfortable, the game would slip out of their hands easily.

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