Cincinnati Bengals After a Loss Betting Trend
ATS Record, ROI Analysis & Historical Performance Data (2014-2024)
The public often underestimates the Cincinnati Bengals in this spot. Since 2014, when playing as after a loss, the Cincinnati Bengals hold a record of 23-18-0 against the spread. That's a 0.0% win rate and a +7.1% return on investment—meaning a bettor wagering $100 per game would be up $3 over this period.
Year-by-Year Performance
| Season | Record | Win % | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 2-0-0 | 0.0% | +90.9% |
| 2015 | 1-2-0 | 0.0% | -36.4% |
| 2016 | 3-1-0 | 0.0% | +43.2% |
| 2017 | 1-0-0 | 0.0% | +90.9% |
| 2018 | 5-2-0 | 0.0% | +36.4% |
| 2019 | 1-3-0 | 0.0% | -52.3% |
| 2020 | 1-5-0 | 0.0% | -68.2% |
| 2021 | 1-1-0 | 0.0% | -4.5% |
| 2022 | 3-0-0 | 0.0% | +90.9% |
| 2023 | 3-3-0 | 0.0% | -4.5% |
| 2024 | 2-1-0 | 0.0% | +27.3% |
Why This Trend Exists
The Bengals' strong bounce-back performance after losses stems from their organizational culture of resilience and their coaching staff's ability to make effective adjustments. Cincinnati has historically been a team that responds well to adversity, particularly under coaches who emphasize accountability and film study. When they lose, the team tends to identify specific tactical breakdowns rather than dwelling on emotional aspects of the defeat. The franchise's methodical approach to game preparation becomes more pronounced following losses. Their coaching staff, dating back to the Marvin Lewis era and continuing under Zac Taylor, has shown a knack for making strategic tweaks that address the previous game's shortcomings. This is particularly evident in their offensive line adjustments and defensive scheme modifications, which often become more conservative and fundamentally sound after poor performances. The psychological factor cannot be overlooked either. Cincinnati players have consistently demonstrated a "prove-it" mentality when facing criticism or doubt. This manifests in more focused practices and heightened attention to detail in the week following a loss. For bettors, this trend carries the most weight when the Bengals are coming off divisional losses or games where they were heavily favored, as these scenarios typically generate the strongest organizational response.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cincinnati Bengals's ATS record as after a loss?
The Cincinnati Bengals have gone 23-18-0 against the spread (ATS) after a loss from 2014-2024. This represents a 56.1% ATS win rate over 41 games in this situation.
Is betting on the Cincinnati Bengals as after a loss profitable?
Yes, betting on the Cincinnati Bengals after a loss has been profitable with a 7.1% return on investment (ROI). Despite their 0% straight-up win rate in these situations, they've consistently covered the spread at a profitable rate.
How does this compare to the league average?
The Bengals' 56.1% ATS rate after losses is above the typical league average of around 50% for most situational trends. Their 7.1% ROI indicates they've been a solid contrarian play when coming off defeats.
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All trends in The Archives are calculated from official game results and closing point spreads from 2014 to 2024. ROI assumes a flat $100 bet at standard -110 juice. Win rate is calculated as wins divided by total decisions (pushes excluded). A minimum of 10 games is required for a trend to be published. Data is sourced from The Odds API and verified against official league records.