The public often underestimates the Cincinnati Bengals in this spot. Since 2014, when playing as home games, the Cincinnati Bengals hold a record of 28-15-0 against the spread. That's a 0.0% win rate and a +24.3% return on investment—meaning a bettor wagering $100 per game would be up $10 over this period.

🔥 Elite Edge
Record28-15-0
Win Rate0.0%
Sample Size43 games
ROI+24.3%
Units Won+10.4u
Time Period2014-2024

Year-by-Year Performance

SeasonRecordWin %ROI
20143-3-00.0%-4.5%
20154-2-00.0%+27.3%
20164-2-00.0%+27.3%
20170-1-00.0%-100.0%
20186-3-00.0%+27.3%
20191-1-00.0%-4.5%
20202-1-00.0%+27.3%
20211-0-00.0%+90.9%
20221-1-00.0%-4.5%
20233-1-00.0%+43.2%
20243-0-00.0%+90.9%

Why This Trend Exists

The Bengals' exceptional home ATS performance stems from their ability to maximize the advantages of playing in Cincinnati's unique environment. Paul Brown Stadium creates an intimate atmosphere that amplifies crowd noise, particularly during crucial third-down situations, which has historically disrupted opposing offenses' communication and timing. The Bengals' coaching staff has consistently excelled at game-planning for home contests, utilizing their familiarity with field conditions and wind patterns to their advantage, especially during late-season games when weather becomes a factor. Cincinnati's offensive identity thrives in the comfort of their home setting, where quarterback Joe Burrow has shown remarkable poise and accuracy. The team's ability to establish rhythm early in home games often leads to favorable game scripts that keep them within or ahead of the spread. Their defensive unit also benefits significantly from crowd energy, generating more turnovers and negative plays when the home crowd is engaged. The most actionable insight for bettors is recognizing that Cincinnati's home advantage becomes even more pronounced against teams traveling from different time zones or those playing on short rest. This trend matters most during divisional matchups and primetime games, where the emotional intensity and crowd involvement reach peak levels, creating optimal conditions for the Bengals to exceed expectations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Cincinnati Bengals's ATS record as home games?

The Cincinnati Bengals have a 28-15-0 ATS record in home games from 2014-2024. This represents a strong 65.1% ATS win rate over this 11-year period.

Is betting on the Cincinnati Bengals as home games profitable?

Yes, betting on the Cincinnati Bengals in home games has been profitable with a 24.3% ROI from 2014-2024. This indicates consistent value when backing the Bengals to cover the spread at home.

How does this compare to the league average?

The Bengals' 65.1% home ATS win rate significantly exceeds the typical 50% league average. Their 24.3% ROI also outperforms standard expectations, making them one of the more reliable home ATS plays during this timeframe.

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Methodology

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.