The Cincinnati Bengals (0-1) and Washington Commanders (0-1) will face off in NFL Preseason Week 2. Kickoff is set for 8:00 p.m. ET from Northwest Stadium in Landover. The game will broadcast on ESPN.
The Bengals are favored by -3.5 with the over/under set at 43.5 total points. Cincinnati is a -192 favorite to win outright, while Washington is +156 to pull off the upset.
Let's get into my Bengals vs Commanders prediction and NFL picks for Monday, August 18.
My Bengals vs Commanders Prediction
- Bengals vs Commanders pick: Bengals -3
My Bengals vs Commanders best bet is on Cincinnati to cover the spread, with the best price currently available at Fanatics. But as always, make sure to find the best odds by checking our live NFL odds page.
Bengals vs Commanders Odds
| Bengals Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-3.5 -105 | 43.5 -107o / -110u | -192 |
| Commanders Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+3.5 -115 | 43.5 -107o / -110u | +156 |
Bengals vs Commanders Prediction, Betting Analysis
We get a treat on Monday Night as two premier offenses square off, and the good news is that both starting quarterbacks are expected to see the field.
Jayden Daniels will make his preseason debut after sitting out Washington’s opener, while Joe Burrow should get a few possessions after looking sharp in Week 1 with 123 yards and two touchdowns in limited action.
While Daniels’ presence gives Washington a boost, the real edge lies with Cincinnati.
Beyond Burrow, the Bengals boast strong quarterback depth with Jake Browning and Desmond Ridder, both of whom have valuable starting experience.
The Commanders, on the other hand, are without Marcus Mariota and will rely on journeyman Josh Johnson and rookie Sam Hartman to carry the load.
That gap in talent and experience under center makes me confident the Bengals’ offense will stay sharp and cruise to a comfortable victory.
Pick: Bengals -3
Spread
I like the Bengals to cover the spread tonight.
Moneyline
I will not be betting on either side of the moneyline.
Over/Under
I'm also staying away from game totals tonight.
