Bengals valued at $7.4 billion, ranked last among NFL franchises
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 4:56 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026

The Cincinnati Bengals are valued at $7.4 billion, according to Sportico's latest rankings. Despite a 35% increase from the previous year, they remain the least valuable team in the NFL for the seventh consecutive year. The franchise struggles with local revenue and lacks a significant national brand, influenced by its history without a Super Bowl win. The Brown family continues to profit significantly, receiving $453 million from NFL television revenue, though they are unlikely to match the valuation of the Dallas Cowboys.
- •Bengals valued at $7.4 billion, 35% increase from last year
- •Ranked last in NFL team valuations for seven years
- •Struggles with local revenue and brand recognition
- •Received $453 million from NFL for TV revenue
- •Franchise valued higher than six sports franchises outside the NFL
- 4:56 PMYahoo Sports — Bengals’ value rises but still listed as least valuable NFL franchise
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