Cincinnati Bengals @ Philadelphia Eagles Player Props, Picks and Predictions - 8/7/2025 7:30 PM EDT

We have your Cincinnati Bengals @ Philadelphia Eagles prop betting and game preview needs covered as the Cincinnati Bengals hit the road to face the Philadelphia Eagles.

Cincinnati Bengals @ Philadelphia Eagles Pick

Best Moneyline Odds: Bengals -250 (Fanduel), Eagles +225 (BetMGM)
Best Spread Odds: Eagles +6.5 (-110) (BetMGM)
Best Total Odds: Over 37.0 (-110) (Caesars), Under 37.5 (-110) (Fanduel)

Game Info

Date: 2025-08-07
Time: 7:30 PM EDT
Location: Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia
TV: FOX19 (Cincinnati), ABC22 (Dayton), ABC6 (Columbus), FOX41 (Louisville), NBC18 (Lexington KY), FOX8.2 (Lima OH)

Cincinnati Bengals @ Philadelphia Eagles Preview

This preseason Week 1 matchup features the defending Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles hosting the Cincinnati Bengals. The most significant news heading into this game is the Bengals' decision to play their key offensive starters, including quarterback Joe Burrow, along with wide receivers Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, for "several series" in the first half. This commitment to early playing time for their stars is a primary reason why Cincinnati is a significant favorite in this preseason contest.

On the other side, the Philadelphia Eagles are expected to sit most, if not all, of their key offensive starters, continuing a trend from previous preseasons under coach Nick Sirianni. While Jalen Hurts and the first-string offense won't see action, the Eagles will be evaluating their depth, particularly at quarterback with Tanner McKee and rookie Kyle McCord expected to get significant playing time. Philadelphia's defensive depth is also expected to be a factor, aiming to contain the Bengals' offense once Burrow and the other starters exit the game.

Historically, the Bengals have struggled in the preseason under head coach Zac Taylor, holding a 1-8-1 straight-up record in their last 10 preseason games. This suggests a tendency for slow starts and potentially underwhelming performances in exhibition play. The Eagles, conversely, opened their 2024 preseason with two straight victories. This game will serve as an important evaluation opportunity for both teams, particularly for players battling for roster spots and depth chart positioning.

Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis

In their head-to-head history, the Philadelphia Eagles have secured 1 win, with 0 of those coming at home. The Cincinnati Bengals also have 1 win, with 0 of those coming away from home.

Pick: Philadelphia Eagles +6.5

The Philadelphia Eagles catching +6.5 points against the Cincinnati Bengals in this preseason opener presents a compelling betting opportunity. While the news of Joe Burrow and other Bengals starters playing for "several series" has heavily influenced the line, pushing Cincinnati to a significant favorite, this value is likely inflated. Preseason games are notorious for limited playing time for key starters, and even "several series" for Burrow will likely only encompass the first quarter or early second quarter.

Once the Bengals' starters exit, the game will shift to a battle of backups and depth players. The Eagles, under Nick Sirianni, have shown a strong ability to compete in preseason games even without their top talent, as evidenced by their 2-0 start last preseason. Philadelphia also boasts considerable defensive depth, which should help them keep the game close against Cincinnati's second and third-string units. Furthermore, the Bengals' historical preseason performance under Zac Taylor (1-8-1 SU in last 10) suggests they are not a reliable team to cover large spreads in exhibition play. Taking the points with the Eagles is the smart play here, as they are expected to weather the early storm and remain competitive throughout the full 60 minutes.

Top Player Prop Picks

Unfortunately, no specific player prop data was available for this matchup at the time of writing. Please check back closer to game time for updated prop offerings.