Detroit Lions vs Cincinnati Bengals Prediction & Preview — Aug 13, 2026 | Score, Box Score & Stats

Detroit Lions vs Cincinnati Bengals — Preview & Prediction

Detroit Lions visit Cincinnati Bengals in NFL (Pre Season) action on August 13, 2026 at Paycor Stadium, Cincinnati. Detroit Lions come in at 9-8 (4th in the NFC North); Cincinnati Bengals come in at 6-11 (3rd in the AFC North).

Detroit Lions have won 2 of their last 5 games; Cincinnati Bengals have won 2 of their last 5 games. Detroit Lions average 28.3 points per game while allowing 24.3; Cincinnati Bengals average 24.4 points per game while allowing 28.9 this season.

The teams have met 1 times recently, and Detroit Lions lead the recent head-to-head 1-0. In the latest meeting on October 5, 2025, Detroit Lions won 37-24.

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