Titans vs. Bengals Prediction: Week 8 Odds, Picks & Best Bet (Nov. 1)
A top-five scoring offense hosts a mid-tier defense that just traded away its centerpiece as I make my Titans vs. Bengals prediction.
The Bengals are a 12.5-point betting favorite Sunday, with kickoff from Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati set for 1 p.m. ET (CBS).
Titans vs. Bengals picks & predictions
See all of our experts' NFL picks for Week 8 based on the latest NFL odds.
| Pick | Odds | Bet size |
|---|---|---|
| Titans +12.5 | -111 via bet365 | 2.22 units to profit 2 units |
| Under 46.5 | -110 via DraftKings | 1.1 units to profit 1 unit |
Picks submitted: Oct. 30 at noon ET. Odds subject to change.
Total wagered: 3.32 units | Max profit: +3 units
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Titans vs. Bengals prediction & best bet
Titans +12.5 (-111 via bet365)
Any time the Titans are involved with a pick on the spread, it may feel alarming and gross. However, hear me out.
12.5 points is a lot to spot a team in the NFL, even if it only has 1 win and just traded away star DT Jeffrey Simmons to the Bears. The Titans have fared well on the road this season, going 2-1 ATS, losing by 6 points or less in all 3 contests.
In fact, Tennessee just won its last road game played, resulting in the Colts going full scorched earth with their front office and roster. Tony Pollard scored 3 touchdowns against the Browns in Week 7. Yet, despite the Titans' season-high 322 yards of offense, it wasn't enough to avoid losing on a walk-off field goal.
The Bengals fell into a 13-0 deficit at half-time against a Ravens offense playing without Lamar Jackson in Week 7. A fierce 35-0 second-half rally was a huge statement from Joe Burrow, Ja'Marr Chase and the rest of Cincinnati's starters.
Tennessee is getting too many points here. Yes, their defense will be worse without Simmons, while facing a top-5 offense. Expect a heavy dose of Pollard again for the Titans' offense, facing a Bengals defense that allowed 460+ rushing yards in a 3-game stretch from Week 3 through Week 5.
The Titans will find a way to cover in this game. They've only suffered a blowout loss once since Week 1.
Go to bet365 and bet Titans +12.5 at -111 odds.
Ward, Pollard keep Titans competitive in Cincinnati
The Titans' offense finally struck a rhythm against a pretty tough Browns defense in Week 7. Expect OC Brian Daboll to continue funneling touches to Pollard, taking pressure off of Ward as a passer.
It's going to be a tough task for the Titans to contain Burrow and the Bengals' dynamic passing attack. However, if Tennessee can mount long drives via the run game, this gives them a chance to keep Cincinnati's offense on the sideline.
Expect a potential late cover from the Titans. The Bengals didn't pull away from the Dolphins in Week 5 and fell early to a short-handed Ravens offense before rebounding.
Play to: Titans +10.5
Score prediction: Bengals 27, Titans 17
Live Titans vs. Bengals odds
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Titans vs. Bengals opening odds
- Moneyline: Titans +425 | Bengals -550
- Spread: Titans +10.5 (-108) | Bengals -10.5 (-112)
- Over/Under: Over 47.0 (-108) | Under 47.0 (-112)
Titans vs. Bengals weather
Paycor Stadium's forecast for kickoff calls for 67 degrees with 3 mph wind and a 23% probability of precipitation in Cincinnati. Partly cloudy skies and minimal rain are expected with hardly any wind, so this game should remain unaffected by these mild conditions.
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How to watch Titans vs. Bengals: Week 8
- Date: Sunday, Nov. 1
- Kickoff: 1 p.m. ET
- Location: Paycor Stadium (Cincinnati)
- TV/Streaming: CBS, Fubo
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