The Vikings will host a high-flying Bengals in a Week 3 matchup of the 2025 NFL season at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Sunday.
Minnesota rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy had a rough Week 2 in their 22-6 loss to the Falcons and has now been ruled out of this clash with an ankle knock. He threw just 158 yards and two interceptions while being sacked six times.
The Vikings' offensive line remains banged up, with Justin Jefferson being the lone consistent threat after posting 81 yards in the loss last week. In defense, they have stifled opposing passing attacks, but their run defense surrendered 215 yards against Atlanta.
Meanwhile, the Bengals will again turn to Jake Browning, who replaced the injured Joe Burrow in a 31-27 comeback win over Jacksonville. He threw for 241 yards and two touchdowns while adding a game-winning rushing score, but also had three interceptions. Even so, Cincinnati's offense looks dangerous with Jamar Chase and Tee Higgins both coming off big performances.
Here is everything you need to know in order to listen to Vikings vs. Bengals on the radio.
Vikings vs. Bengals radio station
- National radio channels: SiriusXM channel 229 (home), 384 (away)
- Vikings radio channel: KFAN 100.3 FM
- Bengals radio channels: 700WLW, ESPN 1530, 102.7 WEBN
You can listen to the Vikings vs. Bengals live on SiriusXM. Coverage will be available on channels 229 (Minnesota Vikings) and 384 (Cincinnati Bengals).
Football fans in the local markets can listen to the game on KFAN 100.3 FM for the Vikings and 700WLW, ESPN 1530, and 102.7 WEBN for the Bengals.
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Vikings vs. Bengals start time
- Date: Sunday, Sep. 21
- Time: 1:00 p.m. ET | 10:00 a.m. PT
Vikings vs. Bengals will kick off at 1:00 p.m. ET on Sunday, Sep. 21. The game will be played at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Vikings 2025 schedule
Here are Minnesota's next five games:
| Date | Opponent | Kickoff time (ET) |
| Sunday, Sept. 21 | vs. Bengals | 1 p.m. |
| Sunday, Sept. 28 | at Steelers (Dublin) | 9:30 a.m. |
| Sunday, Oct. 5 | at Browns (London) | 9:30 a.m. |
| BYE | — | — |
| Sunday, Oct. 19 | vs. Eagles | 1 p.m. |
Bengals 2025 schedule
Here are Cincinnati's next five games:
| Date | Opponent | Kickoff time (ET) |
| Sunday, Sept. 21 | at Vikings | 1 p.m. |
| Monday, Sept. 29 | at Broncos | 8:15 p.m. |
| Sunday, Oct. 5 | vs. Lions | 4:25 p.m. |
| Sunday, Oct. 12 | at Packers | 4:25 p.m. |
| Thursday, Oct. 16 | vs. Steelers | 8:15 p.m. |
NFL schedule 2025: Week 3
Here's a complete look at the NFL schedule for Week 3 of the new season, with games spread out across three days.
Thursday, Sept. 18
| Game | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|
| Dolphins vs. Bills | 8:15 p.m. | Prime Video |
Sunday, Sept. 21
| Game | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|
| Packers vs. Browns | 1 p.m. | Fox, Fubo |
| Colts vs. Titans | 1 p.m. | CBS, Fubo |
| Bengals vs. Vikings | 1 p.m. | CBS, Fubo |
| Steelers vs. Patriots | 1 p.m. | CBS, Fubo |
| Rams vs. Eagles | 1 p.m. | Fox, Fubo |
| Jets vs. Buccaneers | 1 p.m. | Fox, Fubo |
| Raiders vs. Commanders | 1 p.m. | Fox, Fubo |
| Falcons vs. Panthers | 1 p.m. | Fox, Fubo |
| Texans vs. Jaguars | 1 p.m. | CBS, Fubo |
| Broncos vs. Chargers | 4:05 p.m. | CBS, Fubo |
| Saints vs. Seahawks | 4:05 p.m. | CBS, Fubo |
| Cowboys vs. Bears | 4:25 p.m. | Fox, Fubo |
| Cardinals vs. 49ers | 4:25 p.m. | Fox, Fubo |
| Chiefs vs. Giants | 8:20 p.m. | NBC, Fubo |
Monday, Sept. 22
| Game | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|
| Lions vs. Ravens | 8:15 p.m. | ABC, ESPN, Fubo |