- The Cincinnati Bengals will be desperate for a win when they visit the Baltimore Ravens on TNF
- Cincinnati is a game out of the last AFC Wild Card, while the Ravens are half a game out of the AFC North lead
- Below, see the Bengals vs Ravens predictions and bets odds for Thursday Night Football
AFC North rivals renew hostilities on Thursday Night Football in Week 10 as the Cincinnati Bengals (4-5, 3-1 away, 5-4 ATS) visit the Baltimore Ravens (6-3, 3-1 home, 5-3-1 ATS) at M&T Bank Stadium at 8:15 pm ET. Winners of six of their last seven, including a Week 5 OT victory at Cincinnati, Baltimore is a six-point favorite in the Bengals vs Ravens odds for TNF.
Cincinnati Bengals vs Baltimore Ravens Predictions
- Bengals +6.5 (-124) at FanDuel
- Over 52.5 (-115) at ESPN Bet
Earlier in the week, when Cincinnati was still catching 6.5 points, I included the Bengals +7.5 (-52) in my favorite early ATS picks for Week 10. I’m not the least bit surprised the line has moved towards the underdogs in this bitter division rivalry, and I’m still going to take the Bengals and the points, even at a smaller number.
The Baltimore offense is an absolute beast. The Ravens currently sit second in the NFL in points per game (31.4 PPG) and first in DVOA by a big margin. Their 37.7% rating is 16.1% ahead of second-place Washington (21.6%). The gap between Baltimore and Washington is bigger than the gap between Washington and 13th-rated Philadelphia (6.3%).
The problem with laying a bunch of points with the Ravens is two-fold: their defense isn’t great and the Bengals attack is elite. It’s still hard to comprehend how Cincinnati lost the Week 5 matchup between these teams (41-38 OT). Joe Burrow was almost perfect (30/39, 5 TDs, 1 INT) and they were up by ten points with fewer than six minutes to play.
Cincinnati has also played considerably better on the road this season (3-1) than at home (1-4).
Despite the team’s combining for 79 points in Week 5 (76 in regulation), I am still targeting the under of 53.5. The Bengals cannot afford another loss with the AFC Wild Card race as populated and packed as it is. This game is going to have the look and feel of a postseason contest. Both teams are going to try to establish the run – especially the league-leading Ravens (191.9 yards per game) – which will keep the clock moving.
Best Bengals vs Ravens Odds
As of Wednesday night, there was still a surprising range in the Bengals vs Ravens odds. The spread was still as high as 6.5 at FanDuel (though Cincy +6.5 was juiced at -124) while it was as low as 5.5 at Caesars (-110 odds both ways).
The same is true of the game total. Most books have it at 53 flat but ESPN Bet currently lists it at 52.5 (O -115/U -105) while FanDuel has it a full point lower at 52.5 (O -105/U -115).
On the moneyline, the best price on the underdog Bengals is +225 at bet365, while the best Ravens’ moneyline is -258 at DraftKings.
The NFL public-betting percentages for TNF show the public hammering the Ravens on the moneyline, putting 78% of handle on Baltimore to win. The public also loves the under with 84% of money on the under so far. The public doesn’t have a strong lean on the spread, though. Cincinnati is getting 55% of ATS handle at the moment on exactly 50% of bets.
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Thursday Night Football on November 7th will feature a divisional matchup between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Baltimore Ravens. Both teams are coming off of tough losses in Week 9 and will be looking to bounce back with a win.
The Bengals are currently sitting at the bottom of the AFC North with a record of 0-8. Despite their winless record, they have shown flashes of potential throughout the season, particularly on offense. Quarterback Andy Dalton has been solid, throwing for over 2,000 yards and nine touchdowns so far this season. Wide receiver Tyler Boyd has been a bright spot for the Bengals, leading the team in receiving yards and touchdowns.
On the defensive side of the ball, the Bengals have struggled, allowing an average of 27.6 points per game. They will need to tighten up their defense if they hope to contain the explosive Ravens offense.
The Ravens, on the other hand, are currently second in the AFC North with a record of 6-2. Quarterback Lamar Jackson has been a standout player for the Ravens this season, leading the team in both passing and rushing yards. Running back Mark Ingram has also been a key contributor, rushing for over 500 yards and seven touchdowns.
Defensively, the Ravens have been solid, allowing an average of 18.7 points per game. They will look to pressure Dalton and force turnovers in order to secure a win on Thursday night.
In terms of odds, the Ravens are currently favored to win by 10 points, according to sportsbooks. The over/under for the game is set at 46 points.
Overall, this Thursday Night Football matchup between the Bengals and Ravens promises to be an exciting one. While the Ravens are favored to win, the Bengals will be looking to pull off an upset and secure their first win of the season. Be sure to tune in on November 7th to see how it all unfolds.