New England Patriots vs Cincinnati Bengals Betting Pick & Prediction for 11/23

The New England Patriots travel to Cincinnati to face the Bengals in Week 12 of the 2025 NFL season. The game takes place at Paycor Stadium on Sunday, November 23, at 1:00 PM. Fans can catch the game on CBS under clear skies and cool weather conditions.

New England enters the game with an impressive 9-2 record, including a perfect 5-0 on the road. Led by Head Coach Mike Vrabel, the Patriots are strong contenders in the AFC East. Meanwhile, the Bengals, coached by Zac Taylor, hold a 3-7 record. Despite their struggles, they have managed a 2-3 home record and aim to challenge the visiting team. The Patriots are favored with a spread of -8.5.

New England Patriots Team Preview

The New England Patriots are coming off a string of wins, showcasing their ability to secure victories. In their recent game against the New York Jets, they won 27-14. Drake Maye led the way with 281 passing yards, while TreVeyon Henderson added two rushing touchdowns.

Drake Maye has been a standout player this season, ranking first in the league for passing yards with 2,836. He also has 20 passing touchdowns, putting him in the top ranks. Stefon Diggs is another key player with 659 receiving yards, contributing to the team’s offensive strength.

The Patriots face injury challenges, with several players on the injured reserve list. Antonio Gibson and Marcellas Dial Jr. are among those out for the season. The team will rely on their depth to maintain their performance moving forward.

Patriots vs Bengals Game Day Info

• Sport: NFL
• Teams: New England Patriots vs. Cincinnati Bengals
• Venue: Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati, OH USA
• Date: Sunday, November 23, 2025
• Betting Odds: Patriots Moneyline -422, Bengals Moneyline +329, Patriots Spread -8.5 (-108), Bengals Spread +8.5 (-113), Total Over 49.5 (-112), Total Under 49.5 (-109)

Cincinnati Bengals Team Preview

The Cincinnati Bengals have faced a string of tough games recently. In their last outing against the Pittsburgh Steelers, they lost 34-12. Joe Flacco had 199 passing yards with one touchdown and one interception.

In their home game against the Chicago Bears, the Bengals lost 47-42. Joe Flacco threw for 470 yards and four touchdowns but also had two interceptions. Tee Higgins stood out with 121 receiving yards and two touchdowns.

The Bengals face some challenges with injuries. Joe Burrow is working on returning from a toe injury, and Ja’Marr Chase is suspended for one game. Trey Hendrickson is doubtful due to a hip injury, and other players have various statuses for the upcoming week.

BTB Betting Pick

The Patriots are favored by 8.5 points in this game. Given their offensive struggles, ranked last in passing yards and 28th in scoring, they may find it difficult to cover. The Bengals have a strong offense, ranked first in passing yards and sixth in scoring, so taking the Bengals +8.5 is a good pick.

The total for this game is set at 49.5 points. The Patriots’ defense has allowed 417 points, while the Bengals have given up 434 points. With both teams’ defenses struggling to keep opponents from scoring, the projected score could go over the total, making the over 49.5 a reasonable choice.