Cincinnati Bengals vs Baltimore Ravens Predictions October 25, 2026
The Baltimore Ravens will beat the Cincinnati Bengals 27-24 in our forecast for October 25, with Baltimore's stronger record entering Week 6 and home field providing the narrow edge. Cincinnati's bye and Lamar Jackson's ankle injury keep confidence low. Neither Ravens -3.5 nor the total of 50 offers a strong enough advantage for an actionable wager. The official SportsJaw recommendation is Pass.
Cincinnati Bengals vs Baltimore Ravens prediction and best bet
Baltimore gets the win prediction, but the case is modest. The Ravens entered Week 6 at 4-1 and first in the AFC North. Cincinnati was 3-2 and part of a three-team tie for second. That early record advantage, paired with the home setting, tips the forecast toward Baltimore.
The best bet is Pass. Cincinnati has a Week 6 bye, while Baltimore's quarterback situation remains a significant consideration after Jackson was ruled out against Cleveland. A narrow Ravens victory fits those competing factors. It offers less conviction about either team covering 3.5 points.
Odds, game time and how to watch
Game: Cincinnati Bengals at Baltimore Ravens, October 25, 2026, in Week 7 of the 2026 NFL season.
Venue: M&T Bank Stadium.
Records and division position: As of October 17, Cincinnati was 3-2 and tied with Cleveland and Pittsburgh for second in the AFC North. Baltimore entered Week 6 at 4-1 and in first place. These are pre-Week 6 records.
SportsJaw odds: Cincinnati Bengals +3.5 (-115); Baltimore Ravens -3.5 (-105). Moneyline: Cincinnati Bengals +150; Baltimore Ravens -180. Total: Over 51.5 (-108); Under 51.5 (-120).
SportsJaw moneyline: Cincinnati +150; Baltimore -180.