The Cincinnati Bengals fared well during the 2025 NFL schedule release.
Bengals fans might not look too kindly on the primetime lineup for the team, nor will some tough stretches be popular. But it's the type of schedule that presents some wide-open opportunities to go on streaks and for Joe Burrow's squad to prove last year was indeed marred by a few fluky outcomes.
Here's a look at some quick takeaways from the initial Bengals schedule.
Easy start (right?)
If the Bengals under Zac Taylor finally find a way to start a season with any sort of pulse, the early slate is simple enough.