Tennessee Titans vs Cincinnati Bengals Picks and Prediction for Sunday November 1, 2026

The Tennessee Titans will head to Cincinnati, Ohio, Sunday afternoon for an AFC matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals inside Paycor Stadium. The game is scheduled to begin at 1 PM ET, with CBS coverage. Tennessee comes into Sunday at 1-6 overall, looking to turn things around after a terrible start to the season. Cincinnati returns home at 4-2 overall, having won three of its last five, including two in a row after a blowout 22-point win over the Ravens. The Bengals are 12.5-point home favorites at -675 on the money line. Tennessee is +490, and the total is set at 46.5 points. Follow along with our NFL Picks.

Tennessee desperate for their 2^nd win

Cam Ward is leading the Tennessee offense this season with 1,179 yards and four scores on 129 completions, along with 71 yards and two touchdowns on 19 carries. Tony Pollard is the top ball carrier on the Tennessee roster with 478 yards and four touchdowns on 112 carries. Carnell Tate has posted a team-high 413 yards and one touchdown on 34 receptions this season. Wan'Dale Robinson has added 205 yards and two scores on 29 catches.

The Tennessee offense moved the ball well last week, compiling 322 yards to score 24 points, but turned the ball over twice in the loss. Defensively, Tennessee was outmatched, giving up 27 points, including 10 in the fourth quarter, as Cleveland compiled 491 yards. Cam Ward led the Tennessee offense, completing 20 passes for 181 yards. Tony Pollard was the top ball carrier on the team with 25 carries for 129 yards and three scores. Carnell Tate boasted a team-high five catches for 69 yards.

Key Injury Report for Tennessee :

• Tommy Townsend (Out) - Knee
• John Franklin-Myers (Questionable) - Groin
• Calvin Ridley (Questionable) - Hip
• Tyjae Spears (Out) - Knee
• Carnell Tate (Out) - Shoulder

 Bengals look stay hot

Joe Burrow is leading the Cincinnati offense this season with 1,653 yards and 15 touchdowns on 157 completions. Chase Brown is leading the roster with 285 yards and one score on 82 carries. Samaje Perine has added 126 yards and one score on 31 carries. Tee Higgins leads the team with 571 yards and two touchdowns on 33 catches. Ja'Marr Chase has added 351 yards and five scores on 32 grabs. Tight end Mike Gesicki has chipped in 13 catches for 165 yards and five touchdowns.

Defensively, Cincinnati was fantastic a week ago, giving up just 13 points on 359 total yards, and they forced one turnover. Offensively, Cincinnati rolled, scoring 35 points on 357 total yards. Joe Burrow led the charge for Cincinnati, completing 22 passes for 292 yards and four scores. Tee Higgins led the team with 148 yards and one score on six catches.

Key Injury Report for Cincinnati:

• Andrei Losivas (IR) - Thumb
• Joe Giles-Harries (Questionable) - Calf
• Erick All Jr. (IR) - Knee - ACL
• Kyle Dugger (Out) - Quad
• Tanner Hudson (IR) - Pectoral

Tennessee vs Cincinnati Picks and Prediction

Pick: Cincinnati Bengals -12.5

Cincinnati is the better team on both sides of the ball, and the Bengals should have little trouble taking advantage of a struggling Tennessee squad. Joe Burrow should be able to move the football consistently against the Titans defense and create plenty of scoring opportunities throughout the afternoon. Tennessee has struggled to put points on the board this season, and the Titans could have problems keeping pace if Cincinnati starts quickly. Look for the Bengals to establish control early and pull away in the second half for a comfortable home victory.

Total Pick: Under 46.5

Cincinnati should have plenty of opportunities to score against Tennessee, but the Titans could struggle to contribute enough offensively to push this game over the total. The Bengals should be able to control possession and dictate the pace, especially if they build a comfortable lead early. Tennessee will likely have to rely on its passing game while playing from behind, which could lead to turnovers and stalled drives. Expect Cincinnati to control this matchup without needing a massive offensive performance to secure the victory.

Final Picks: Cincinnati Bengals -12.5 and  Under 46.5