The Bengals will open the preseason with back-to-back home games this year and once again feature a game on national television.
Cincinnati will open with Tampa Bay and Kansas City before closing the preseason traveling to Washington and the traditional final game at Indianapolis.
Here’s the complete breakdown with only one time and date determined:
- Aug. 10-14 weekend: Vs Tampa Bay, TBD
- Aug. 17-21 weekend: Vs Kansas City, TBD
- Sunday, Aug. 27, 4:30 p.m.: At Washington, (FOX)
- Aug 31-Sept. 1: At Indianapolis, TBD
With Tampa Bay coming to town for the opener that sets up the routine of the Bengals hosting joint practices prior to their first preseason game to make a repeat appearance.