- Matchup: Arizona Cardinals vs Cincinnati Bengals
- Date: Sunday, December 28, 2025
- Venue: Paycor Stadium, Cincinnati, OH
- Broadcast: FOX
- Point Spread: Bengals (-7)
- Over/Under Total: 53.5
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On Sunday, the Arizona Cardinals (3-12) will face the Cincinnati Bengals (5-10) at Paycor Stadium. The odds from Las Vegas place the Cardinals as 7-point underdogs, with a total set at 53.5.
The Arizona Cardinals enter this contest with a disappointing record of 3-12 this season. In their previous matchup, they suffered a defeat against the Atlanta Falcons, finishing 26-19. Quarterback Jacoby Brissett completed 16 of 31 passes for 203 yards and secured 1 touchdown, earning a QB rating of 69.7, but also threw 1 interception. Michael Carter led the ground game with 11 carries for 65 yards, averaging 5.9 yards per carry. Elijah Higgins showcased his skills with 91 yards on 7 receptions, averaging 13.0 yards per catch. The Cardinals averaged 5.7 yards per attempt on 23 rushing plays, accumulating a total of 132 rushing yards. Overall, they executed 54 plays, amassing 320 total yards. The Cardinals allowed the Falcons to complete 21 of 35 passing attempts for 190 yards, achieving a 60.0% completion rate. On defense, Arizona surrendered 152 rushing yards on 37 attempts, averaging 4.1 yards per carry.
In terms of scoring, the Cardinals average 21.4 points per game and have rushed for an average of 97.5 yards, ranking 27th in the league. They have totaled 4,988 yards this season, earning 194 first downs, but have been penalized 103 times for 746 yards. The team has turned the ball over 19 times (10 interceptions and 9 fumbles). Offensively, Arizona has recorded 25 passing touchdowns and 9 rushing touchdowns this season.
Defensively, the Cardinals rank 29th in the league, allowing an alarming average of 27.6 points per game. They give up 4.5 yards per rushing attempt and 126.3 rushing yards per game. In passing defense, Arizona has conceded 3,362 yards, ranking 22nd in the NFL, with a completion rate allowed of 65.1%. Overall, the Cardinals allow 350.5 yards per game, positioning them 26th in the league. They have given up 25 passing touchdowns and 16 rushing touchdowns, contributing to a total of 1,895 rushing yards surrendered over the season.
The Bengals come into this matchup boasting a record of 5-10. In their latest contest, the Bengals achieved an impressive win against the Miami Dolphins, finishing 45-21. Chase Brown excelled in the run game, carrying the ball 12 times for 66 yards, averaging 5.5 yards per carry. Ja’Marr Chase led receiving with 9 catches for 109 yards (12.1 yards per reception). Quarterback Joe Burrow had a stellar performance, throwing for 309 yards on 25 of 32 passing with 4 touchdowns and no interceptions, achieving a QB rating of 146.5 and averaging 9.7 yards per attempt. Cincinnati gave up 28 rushes for 129 yards (4.6 yards per carry) and allowed the Dolphins’ passing offense to complete 20 of 30 passes for 260 yards, which resulted in a 66.7% completion rate. Overall, the Bengals ran a total of 59 plays, resulting in 407 offensive yards, with a rushing average of 4.0 yards per carry on 26 attempts.
The Cincinnati Bengals average 320.2 yards per game, ranking 21st in the NFL. With 88.6 rushing yards per game, they have rushed for a total of 1,329 yards this season. The offense has thrown for 3,474 passing yards, averaging 231.6 yards per game, which ranks 10th in the league. However, they have thrown 16 interceptions and allowed 6 lost fumbles, generating 180 first downs in total. The Bengals’ offense has committed 77 penalties resulting in 555 yards, putting them 30th in the league in this aspect. With an average of 23.9 points per game, they sit 14th in the league.
On the defensive side, Cincinnati has allowed 31 passing touchdowns and give up 246.8 passing yards per game, ranking them 29th. The rushing defense has allowed 2,340 total yards (156.0 yards per game) and 18 rushing touchdowns this season. The defense forced 20 turnovers, including 7 fumbles and 13 interceptions. They have conceded a total of 458 points throughout the season, with the Bengals’ defense on the field for 942 plays from scrimmage, ranking them 20th overall. Their 30.5 points allowed per game ranks 32nd in the league.
Who will emerge victorious in the NFL showdown between the Cardinals and Bengals?
Prediction: Bet on the Bengals to cover -7
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