Short, Sweet & Who’s Gonna Win?
Week 1 of the 2025 NFL season brings some juicy AFC North matchups you don’t want to sleep on. Here’s your quick-hit breakdown:
Bengals @ Browns
- Matchup: Cincinnati Bengals kick off the season on the road against the Cleveland Browns.
- What to Watch: Bengals are dialing in early—plenty of preseason snaps and focused training camp. A hot start is key.
- Prediction: Expect a tight, gritty battle. Give the Bengals a slight edge if they’ve polished up early rhythm—edge to Cincy.
Ravens @ Bills — Sunday Night Sizzle
- Matchup: Baltimore Ravens head to Buffalo for what is arguably the marquee AFC North showdown Week 1.
- Why It Matters: A rematch of last year’s playoff thriller featuring MVP-caliber QB play. Instant drama, instant rivalry.
- Prediction: Bills at home—with Josh Allen locked in and the day-night spotlight, lean Buffalo to edge it.
Quick Takes for the Non-Main Event
- Steelers?
- No Week 1 game lined up for them just yet.
- Browns as home dogs? They get an early shot at redemption, but Bengals bring the focus.
- Cincinnati at Cleveland – Bengals slightly favored due to sharper prep.
- Baltimore at Buffalo – Bills get the nod in primetime rematch.