Bengals face Steelers after international game with scheduling issues
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 13, 2026, 5:30 AM
Last updated Nov 13, 2026
The Cincinnati Bengals host the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 10 after returning from a 34-17 victory over the Atlanta Falcons in Madrid. The Steelers, who enjoyed a bye week in Week 9, bring a historic advantage, as teams playing after an international game have lost all five previous matchups against teams coming off a bye. The Bengals have previously struggled in similar situations, holding an 0-2 record following international games. This primetime matchup could determine the lead in the AFC North, making it crucial for Cincinnati to break the trend against a well-rested opponent.
- •Bengals defeated Falcons 34-17 in Madrid.
- •Steelers are coming off a Week 9 bye.
- •Bengals are 0-2 all-time after international games.
- •Teams coming off international games are 0-5 against teams with a bye.
- •Bengals' game is a prime-time matchup for AFC North positioning.
- 5:30 AMYahoo Sports — Bengals face historic scheduling disadvantage against Steelers
"The Bengals face a scheduling disadvantage against the Steelers in Week 10, and history is not on their side.
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