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It's a big season for both Joe Burrow and Baker Mayfield, but the stakes were lowered, at least from a personal standpoint, for Mayfield after he signed a surprising three-year, $165 million extension to stay in Tampa Bay through 2029.
While Mayfield is no longer headed into a contract year, he is looking to put a difficult finish to 2025 in the rearview mirror and get the Buccaneers back to the playoffs. Opening with a road win against another former No. 1 pick and Heisman Trophy winner would be a strong indication that 2026 will be different.
The Bengals haven't reached the playoffs since 2022, due partly to Burrow's struggle to stay on the field, but their franchise quarterback is fully healthy by all indications and continues to have a strong offense around him as Cincinnati – a notoriously slow starter – looks to open this season with a statement.
Here is everything you need to know to watch Bengals vs. Buccaneers, including TV and streaming options for the game.
What channel is Buccaneers vs. Bengals on today?
Buccaneers vs. Bengals will air regionally on Fox, with Kevin Kugler and Daryl Johnston on the call. Fans can also stream the game live with DIRECTV or fubo, which offer free trials to new subscribers.
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What time is Bengals vs. Buccaneers today?
- Date: Sunday, Sept. 13
- Time: 1 p.m. ET
The Week 1 matchup between the Bengals and Buccaneers will kick off at 1 p.m. ET from Paycor Stadium on Sunday.
Bengals schedule 2026
Here are the Bengals' next five games:
| Date | Game | Time (ET) |
| Sept. 20 | vs. Buccaneers | 1 p.m. |
| Sept. 27 | at Texans | 1 p.m. |
| Oct. 4 | at Steelers | 1 p.m. |
| Oct. 11 | vs. Jaguars | 1 p.m. |
| Oct. 25 | at Dolphins | 1 p.m. |
Buccaneers schedule 2026
Here are the Buccaneers' next five games:
| Date | Game | Time (ET) |
| Sept. 20 | vs. Browns | 1 p.m. |
| Sept. 27 | vs. Vikings | 1 p.m. |
| Oct. 4 | vs. Packers | 4:05 p.m. |
| Oct. 8 | at Cowboys | 1 p.m. |
| Oct. 18 | vs. Steelers | 8:15 p.m. |
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