Date: Sunday, October 27, 2024
Venue: Paycor Stadium, Cincinnati, OH
Broadcast: CBS
Betting Odds: Bengals favored by (-2.5)
Over/Under Total: 47.5
- Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
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This Sunday, the Philadelphia Eagles (4-2) will visit Paycor Stadium to face off against the Cincinnati Bengals (3-4). The Bengals commence the eagerly anticipated matchup as 2.5-point favorites according to Bovada sportsbook lines, with an over/under total set at 47.5 points.
Entering this game, the Philadelphia Eagles bring a record of 4-2 for the current season. The previous matchup for the Eagles was a dominating performance against the New York Giants, concluding with a score of 28-3. Leading the offensive efforts was Saquon Barkley, who amassed 176 rushing yards on 17 carries, averaging an impressive 10.4 yards per attempt. Wide receiver A.J. Brown contributed to the aerial attack with 89 yards on 5 receptions, translating to an average of 17.8 yards per catch. Quarterback Jalen Hurts showcased his efficiency, completing 10 of 14 passes for 114 yards and 1 touchdown, finishing the contest with a commendable QB rating of 119.3 while avoiding any interceptions. Defensively, the Eagles allowed 76 rushing yards on 18 attempts (4.2 yards per carry), and passed for 43 yards, permitting 17 completions on 29 attempts, resulting in a completion percentage of 58.6%. The Eagles executed 60 offensive plays, accumulating a total of 339 yards, while their rushing attack was particularly effective, gaining 269 yards on 45 carries for an average of 6.0 yards per attempt.
In terms of scoring, the Philadelphia Eagles are averaging 22.3 points per game. Their ground game is notably strong, with an average of 166.7 rushing yards per game, ranking them 2nd in the league. Over the season, the Eagles have accumulated a total of 2,173 yards, achieved 60 first downs, but have also incurred 39 penalties amounting to 271 yards. The team has committed 8 turnovers thus far (4 interceptions and 4 fumbles). Touchdowns are well-distributed, with 7 coming through the air and 9 on the ground.
Defensively, the Eagles rank 7th in the NFL, allowing just 19.2 points per game. They concede an average of 4.7 yards per rushing attempt and a total of 115.2 rushing yards per game, having allowed 691 yards on the ground over their 6 games. In the passing game, they have surrendered 1,135 yards, ranking them 5th in the league, giving up 189.2 yards per game through the air with a completion rate of 60.6%. This season, the Eagles have averaged 304.3 total yards allowed per game, placing them 9th overall. Their defensive statistics show 7 touchdowns given up through the air and 3 on the ground.
The Cincinnati Bengals are headed into this game with a 3-4 record for the season. In their last outing, the Bengals clinched a narrow victory over the Cleveland Browns, winning 21-14. Running back Chase Brown contributed 15 carries for 44 yards, averaging 2.9 yards per attempt. Tee Higgins was a key target in the passing game, recording 4 receptions for 82 yards (20.5 yards per reception). Quarterback Joe Burrow threw for 181 yards on 15 of 25 passing, tossing 2 touchdowns and achieving a QB rating of 108.9 without throwing an interception, averaging 7.2 yards per attempt. On the defensive side, the Bengals allowed 21 rushing attempts for 77 yards (3.7 yards per carry). The pass defense permitted a completion rate of 59.6%, giving up 259 yards on 31 attempts. Overall, Cincinnati recorded 223 offensive yards on 50 plays, averaging 4.5 yards per play and managing just 2.4 yards per carry on the ground with a total of 59 rushing yards on 25 attempts.
On average, the Cincinnati Bengals generate 331.7 yards per game, placing them 14th in the NFL. Their rushing attack averages 94.3 yards per game, with a total of 660 rushing yards accumulated this season. The Bengals have also faced 272 yards in penalties from 33 infractions, which ranks them 30th in the league for helping their opponents. Through the air, Cincinnati has totaled 1,662 passing yards, averaging 237.4 yards per game, ranking them 8th in the league. Scoring-wise, the Bengals are positioned 10th overall, averaging 25.4 points per game.
Defensively, they have surrendered 11 touchdowns through the air and allowed an average of 217.0 yards per game, placing them 21st in the league. Against the run, the Bengals have given up a total of 953 rushing yards (136.1 yards/game) and 8 touchdowns this season. They have secured 8 takeaways (2 fumbles and 6 interceptions) thus far. With 478 defensive plays recorded, they rank 32nd overall. Cincinnati’s defensive performance has averaged 23.7 points allowed per game, ranking them 20th in the NFL.
Which team will emerge victorious in this Eagles vs. Bengals clash against the spread?
Free Prediction: Bet on the Bengals -2.5
