Who do Bengals play in 2026? What to know about NFL schedule release

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The Cincinnati Bengals await the NFL schedule release with a measured sense of anticipation after an all-in offseason.

That schedule release could provide a big boon to the Bengals, too, with the rest of the AFC North starting over with new head coaches.

Plus, of course, the chance at primetime games after already being crowned important enough to have an international game.

Here’s a quick guide to schedule release day for the Bengals.

When is the 2026 NFL schedule release?​

Date: May 14

Time: 8 p.m. ET

The NFL schedule is set to be released on Thursday, May 14 at 8 p.m. ET.

Bengals international game​

The Bengals will play the Falcons in Week 9 in Madrid, Spain. It takes place at Bernabeu Stadium, home of Real Madrid.

NFL schedule release key factor to know for Bengals​

The schedule could give the Bengals a boon in the AFC North. The more games very early in the season against division rivals attempting to get going with new programs around a new head coach, the better. The Bengals are banking on continuity being a major advantage this year.

NFL schedule release tracker for Bengals​

We’re tracking all Bengals schedule news and rumors.

Bengals 2026 NFL schedule opponents​

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