For at least the past two years, the Bengals and Visit Cincy have told the NFL they're interested in the sought-after preseason event.

Cincinnati's push to return to the postseason won't be easy, as their 2025 schedule features a cross-conference clash with the NFC North. The four NFC North squads finished the 2024 season with a combined record of 45-23, with three teams making the playoffs.

The NFL schedule for the upcoming season was released on Wednesday, and fans can secure their tickets now to see the Cincinnati Bengals in action.

The Bengals have revealed their 2025 schedule, with multiple prime-time games and a holiday matchup on the docket.

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CINCINNATI — Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow recently named his biggest football idol during an interview with GQ Sports. "Tom Brady," Burrow said after thinking about his answer for a few seconds.