Joe Burrow is set to make his regular-season return as the Cincinnati Bengals take on the New England Patriots in a Week 1 matchup on CBS and Paramount+. Last season, Burrow dealt with injuries, leading to a disappointing 9-8 record for the Bengals, placing them last in the AFC North. The Patriots faced an even tougher season, finishing at 4-13, and now have a new head coach, Jerod Mayo, replacing Bill Belichick.
The game kicks off at 1 p.m. ET at Paul Brown Stadium, with the Bengals favored by 7.5 points according to SportsLine consensus. The total points over/under is set at 40.5. Fans can stream the game live on Paramount+, which is offering a 7-day free trial and 50% off the first year.
Paramount+ is the only platform where viewers can catch every NFL game on CBS this season, along with access to other sports content, including UEFA Champions League, NWSL, Serie A, and a wide range of movies and shows. The promotional offer for 50% off the first year is valid until September 23, 2024.
Here are the details for the Bengals vs. Patriots matchup:
– Date: Sunday, Sept. 8
– Time: 1 p.m. ET
– TV Channel: CBS
– Streaming: Paramount+ (with a special discount available)
Prior to the game, fans can check out NFL picks from SportsLine’s predictive model, which has shown strong performance with over $7,000 in profit for $100 players on top-rated picks since its start. The model, which simulates every game 10,000 times, is currently on a 181-129 run since 2017 and has a 35-21 record on top-rated picks since Week 7 of 2022.
For this game, the model predicts the Bengals will cover the spread. While the Patriots have historically had an advantage in this matchup, their roster has taken hits, and their starting quarterback has a 1-2 record against Cincinnati. Despite a top-ranked defense last season, the Patriots struggled with their overall performance compared to the Bengals, who are expected to excel offensively.
Burrow appears to be healthy heading into this game and is crucial for the Bengals’ aspirations of being a top contender in the AFC. He will also have support from Ja’Marr Chase, who, despite missing training camp due to a contract holdout, is set to play. Together, they could pose a significant challenge for the Patriots.
Prepare to stream the game live on Paramount+ to catch this exciting matchup.