Football Is Back: Bengals vs. Lions Preseason Preview

Bengals football is back!

The Cincinnati Bengals kick off the 2026 preseason against the Detroit Lions, and Anthony and Will are breaking down everything Bengals fans should be watching.

The scoreboard might not matter much in the preseason, but the performances certainly do. What do we want to see from Joe Burrow and the starting offense? How important will the offensive line’s performance be? What can we learn from the new-look Bengals defense, and which young players have an opportunity to make a serious push for a roster spot?

We break down the biggest storylines, position battles and players to watch before Cincinnati takes the field against Detroit. Plus, we give our expectations and predictions for the Bengals’ first preseason test.

After an offseason full of expectations, projections and questions, it’s finally time to see the 2026 Cincinnati Bengals on the field.

Who are you watching closest against the Lions?

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