The Bengals are 2-0, but they've still suffered a major loss early in the 2025 season. Joe Burrow recently underwent surgery to repair a turf toe injury, which will keep him on the bench for an extended period.
He left during the Bengals' Week 2 game against the Jaguars, and Jake Browning took over quarterback duties. Browning is expected to remain the starting quarterback as Burrow recovers. Cincinnati had two relatively easy matchups to start the season, but now the schedule gets tough.
The Bengals will next face the Vikings, who are 1-1 with J.J. McCarthy under center. He won't be available this week, however, as he's also sidelined with an ankle injury.
The Sporting News has all the details on how to watch Vikings vs. Bengals.
Where to watch Vikings vs. Bengals today: TV channel, live stream
- TV channel: CBS
- Live stream: Paramount+, Fubo
NFL fans can watch the Week 3 matchup between the Vikings and Bengals live on CBS. Jim Nantz (play-by-play) and Tony Romo (analyst) will be on the call.
For those looking to stream the action, Paramount+ and Fubo have you covered.
Vikings vs. Bengals start time
- Date: Sunday, Sept. 21
- Time: 1 p.m. ET
Vikings vs. Bengals will kick off at 1 p.m. ET on Sunday, Sept. 21. The game will be played at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.
Vikings vs. Bengals radio station
- Radio station: SiriusXM channels 229 (Vikings broadcast), 384 (Bengals broadcast)
NFL fans can listen to the Vikings vs. Bengals game live on SiriusXM. Coverage will be available on channels 229 (Vikings broadcast) and 384 (Bengals broadcast).
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NFL Week 3 schedule
Thursday, Sept. 18
| Game |
|---|
| Bills 31, Dolphins 21 |
Sunday, Sept. 21
| Game | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|
| Browns vs. Packers | 1 p.m. | Fox, Fubo |
| Titans vs. Colts | 1 p.m. | CBS, Paramount+, Fubo |
| Vikings vs. Bengals | 1 p.m. | CBS, Paramount+, Fubo |
| Patriots vs. Steelers | 1 p.m. | CBS, Paramount+, Fubo |
| Eagles vs. Rams | 1 p.m. | Fox, Fubo |
| Buccaneers vs. Jets | 1 p.m. | Fox, Fubo |
| Commanders vs. Raiders | 1 p.m. | Fox, Fubo |
| Panthers vs. Falcons | 1 p.m. | Fox, Fubo |
| Jaguars vs. Texans | 1 p.m. | CBS, Paramount+, Fubo |
| Chargers vs. Broncos | 4:05 p.m. | CBS, Paramount+, Fubo |
| Seahawks vs. Saints | 4:05 p.m. | CBS, Paramount+, Fubo |
| Bears vs. Cowboys | 4:25 p.m. | Fox, Fubo |
| 49ers vs. Cardinals | 4:25 p.m. | Fox, Fubo |
| Giants vs. Chiefs | 8:20 p.m. | NBC, Fubo |
Monday, Sept. 22
| Game | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|
| Ravens vs. Lions | 8:15 p.m. | ABC, ESPN, Fubo |