AFC North Showdown: Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Cincinnati Bengals — All You Need to Know
The AFC North rivalry reignites this Sunday as the Pittsburgh Steelers (4–1) host the Cincinnati Bengals (1–3) at Acrisure Stadium in what promises to be another classic battle of grit, emotion, and division pride. The matchup will be broadcast nationally on CBS, with local affiliates carrying the game in both Pittsburgh and Cincinnati markets.
📺 TV Broadcast
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National Network: CBS
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Pittsburgh: KDKA-TV (Local CBS Affiliate)
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Cincinnati: WKRC-TV (Local CBS Affiliate)
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Announcers: Ian Eagle (Play-by-Play), Charles Davis (Analyst), Evan Washburn (Sideline Reporter)
International Viewers: The game will also air on NFL Network or partner stations such as Sky Sports (UK) and TSN (Canada) depending on region.
💻 Streaming Options
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Paramount+ – Live CBS broadcast nationwide, includes replays and highlights.
Plans: $7.99–$12.99/month. -
NFL+ – Mobile/tablet streaming for in-market viewers.
$6.99/month (Standard) | $14.99/month (Premium with full replays). -
YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Fubo, Sling TV, DIRECTV Stream – All include CBS.
Prices: $72.99–$82.99/month (most offer 7-day free trials). -
NFL Sunday Ticket (YouTube) – For out-of-market fans.
$349/season ($479 with NFL RedZone). -
International: DAZN ($24.99/month) or NFL Game Pass International ($280/season).
💡 Tip: Paramount+ remains the simplest and most direct way to stream CBS games nationwide.
🎧 Radio Coverage
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Steelers Radio Network: WDVE 102.5 FM, WBGG 970 AM (Bill Hillgrove, Tunch Ilkin)
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Bengals Radio Network: WLW 700 AM, WCKY 1530 AM (Dan Hoard, Dave Lapham)
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National Radio: Westwood One (SiriusXM Ch. 88 – Home | Ch. 89 – Away)
🎟️ Tickets & Stadium Info
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Tickets: Available via StubHub, SeatGeek, and Vivid Seats
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Upper Level: From $256
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Lower Level: From $327
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Stadium: Acrisure Stadium, Pittsburgh, PA
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Capacity: 68,400
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Parking & Tailgating: Gates open 4 hours before kickoff; Pittsburgh’s tailgate scene remains one of the best in the league.
🏈 Game Details
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Date: Sunday, October 12, 2025
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Kickoff: 1:00 PM ET
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Location: Acrisure Stadium — Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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Weather: Partly cloudy, around 62°F (17°C) — perfect fall football weather.
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Betting Odds (DraftKings): Steelers -3.5 | O/U 38.5
📱 How to Follow
Track live scores on the NFL App, and catch highlights and recaps on ESPN, CBS Sports, or Fox Sports throughout the day.
As the Steelers look to maintain momentum atop the AFC North and the Bengals fight to turn their season around, this rivalry clash promises intensity, emotion, and hard-hitting football from kickoff to the final whistle.
