Cincinnati rates 111.6 through the air and converts 52.9% of its third downs. Both are the best figures in the NFL. Our Bengals vs Falcons prediction takes the league to Madrid.
The Atlanta Falcons are 3-5 and Michael Penix Jr. threw four interceptions last week at a 12.0 rating. The Cincinnati Bengals are 5-2 at +48.
Cincinnati Bengals @ Atlanta Falcons
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Bengals vs Falcons: 2026 form so far
A morning kickoff from Spain, with the league’s most efficient passing attack involved. Each attack in the table is measured against the defence it meets, not against the league.
Bengals attack against the Falcons defence
| Per game | Bengals offence | Falcons allow |
|---|---|---|
| Passing yards | 288.4 | 223.4 |
| Rushing yards | 80.3 | 118.2 |
| Yards per carry | 3.7 | 4.3 |
| Passer rating | 111.6 | 91.5 |
| Touchdowns | 3.6 | 2.8 |
| Third-down conversion | 52.9% | 41.1% |
| Red-zone conversion | 67.9% | 63.3% |
| Sacks conceded / recorded | 1.9 | 2.2 |
Falcons attack against the Bengals defence
| Per game | Falcons offence | Bengals allow |
|---|---|---|
| Passing yards | 188.4 | 237.7 |
| Rushing yards | 134.8 | 122.3 |
| Yards per carry | 4.6 | 4.8 |
| Passer rating | 76.6 | 90.7 |
| Touchdowns | 2.4 | 2.3 |
| Third-down conversion | 33.3% | 47.3% |
| Red-zone conversion | 63.6% | 41.7% |
| Sacks conceded / recorded | 1.9 | 3.3 |
Cincinnati has 23 sacks and holds opponents to 41.7% in the red zone. Atlanta rates 76.6 through the air.
Bengals vs Falcons quarterback matchup
Joe Burrow has 20 touchdown passes to six interceptions at 111.6 and threw for 462 yards last week. Michael Penix Jr. has nine to five at 90.9.
| Team | Quarterback | Last game | Season to date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bengals | Joe Burrow | 38/48, 462 yds, 5 TD, 3 INT, 115.5 rtg | 195/267, 2115 yds, 20 TD, 6 INT, 111.6 rtg (7 games) |
| Falcons | Michael Penix Jr. | 8/24, 125 yds, 0 TD, 4 INT, 12.0 rtg | 104/168, 1282 yds, 9 TD, 5 INT, 90.9 rtg (6 games) |
Bengals vs Falcons injury report and team news
The game is at the Bernabéu in Madrid, with Atlanta the designated home team.
Cincinnati converts 52.9% of its third downs, the best rate in the NFL.
Michael Penix Jr. threw four interceptions last week at a 12.0 passer rating.
Cincinnati BengalsAtlanta FalconsThe best passing offence in football lands in Spain
A 111.6 team passer rating and 52.9% on third down, both league-leading, with Burrow on 2,019 yards and 20 touchdowns.
Atlanta counters on the ground, where 1,078 rushing yards at 4.61 a carry meets a Bengals front conceding 4.84 — the one soft spot on that side of the ball.
The Falcons cannot afford another afternoon like the last one. Four interceptions at a 12.0 rating is close to the floor.
Players to watch
- Joe Burrow (CIN, QB): 2,115 yards and 20 scores at a 111.6 rating.
- Ja’Marr Chase (CIN, WR): First read in the best third-down attack going.
- Bijan Robinson (ATL, RB): 1,078 on the ground at 4.61 a carry.
- Drake London (ATL, WR): A primary target in an attack rating 76.6 through the air.
How to watch Bengals vs Falcons in Canada
Kickoff is 9:30 AM ET on Sunday, November 8 at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium in Madrid. This one kicks off in the morning Eastern time, outside the usual Sunday afternoon window, so check your local listings for the Canadian broadcaster. RDS carries the French-language call. DAZN carries every game of the season in Canada through NFL Game Pass. Squawka may earn a commission if you subscribe through that link.
| Detail | Bengals vs Falcons |
|---|---|
| Date | Sunday, November 8, 2026 |
| Kickoff | 9:30 AM ET / 8:30 AM CT / 6:30 AM PT |
| Venue | Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Madrid, Spain |
| TV | CTV (regional) / TSN / RDS (French) |
| Live stream | DAZN (NFL Game Pass) |
| Week | Week 9, 2026 NFL season |
Bengals vs Falcons prediction and score projection
Our Bengals vs Falcons prediction is Cincinnati by 27-17. Atlanta runs the ball well and the neutral stadium removes any home edge, but the Bengals lead the NFL in passer rating and third-down rate.
Signal’s live read on this game updates through the week.
Every Week 9 game, previewed
| Kickoff (ET) | Game | Our prediction | Preview |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thu 9:15 PM | Jaguars @ Ravens | Jaguars 27-20 | Read |
| Sun 10:30 AM | Bengals @ Falcons | Bengals 27-17 | You are here |
| Sun 2:00 PM | Browns @ Saints | Saints 20-17 | Read |
| Sun 2:00 PM | Cowboys @ Colts | Cowboys 26-20 | Read |
| Sun 2:00 PM | Broncos @ Panthers | Broncos 26-16 | Read |
| Sun 2:00 PM | Lions @ Dolphins | Lions 30-17 | Read |
| Sun 2:00 PM | Rams @ Commanders | Rams 27-17 | Read |
| Sun 2:00 PM | Giants @ Eagles | Giants 20-17 | Read |
| Sun 2:00 PM | Jets @ Chiefs | Chiefs 30-13 | Read |
| Sun 5:05 PM | Texans @ Chargers | Texans 23-17 | Read |
| Sun 5:25 PM | Cardinals @ Seahawks | Seahawks 30-16 | Read |
| Sun 5:25 PM | Packers @ Patriots | Patriots 24-20 | Read |
| Sun 5:25 PM | Raiders @ 49ers | 49ers 30-17 | Read |
| Sun 9:20 PM | Buccaneers @ Bears | Bears 27-20 | Read |
| Mon 9:15 PM | Bills @ Vikings | Bills 27-24 | Read |
Our NFL hub carries the full card, and Signal rates every Week 9 game on the same model. An inter-conference game, which means the AFC Championship odds and the NFC Championship odds are each in play rather than just one of them.
Bengals vs Falcons FAQ
Cincinnati. Our Signal model has the Bengals as clear favourites and the live number is in the Signal card on this page. Cincinnati is 5-2 at +48; Atlanta is 3-5.
9:30 AM ET on Sunday, November 8, which is 8:30 AM CT and 6:30 AM PT, at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium.
It kicks off in the morning Eastern time, outside the usual Sunday afternoon window, so check your local listings. RDS has the French call. DAZN carries every game of the season in Canada through NFL Game Pass.
The Santiago Bernabéu Stadium in Madrid, with Atlanta as the designated home team.
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