Cincinnati Bengals prepare for matchup against Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 10:14 PM
Last updated Oct 1, 2026

The Cincinnati Bengals are set to host the Jacksonville Jaguars on October 1, 2026, aiming to bounce back from their recent loss. The Bengals fell to the Pittsburgh Steelers, 27-24, marking their first loss of the season. Key focus areas for Cincinnati include limiting explosive plays from Jacksonville's offense and avoiding self-inflicted mistakes that lead to turnovers. The Jaguars are riding high after a dominant victory over the New England Patriots, which showcased their defensive prowess and offensive capabilities.
- •Bengals enter the game with a 2-1 record this season.
- •Jaguars have won two games in a row, improving to 2-1.
- •Bengals struggled with explosive plays in previous match against Steelers.
- •Cincinnati's penalties and special teams miscues contributed to their recent loss.
- •Chase Brown's performance will be pivotal for the Bengals' rushing attack.
- 10:14 PMYahoo Sports — 3 keys to a Cincinnati Bengals victory vs. the Jacksonville Jaguars
"Chase Brown needs to hit some big runs out of the shotgun formation this week.
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