Eagles Kick Off Preseason Against Bengals Tonight
The Philadelphia Eagles are set to take the field tonight for their preseason opener against the Cincinnati Bengals at Lincoln Financial Field. Fans are eager to witness the team in action for the first time since their Super Bowl LIX victory over the Kansas City Chiefs.
Head coach Nick Sirianni has remained tight-lipped regarding whether the Eagles' starters will see any action against the Bengals. Historical patterns suggest that it is unlikely, but the game promises to showcase several players vying for key roster positions.
Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m., with coverage available on NBC10. For those tuning in on the radio, Merrill Reese and Mike Quick will provide commentary on SportsRadio 94WIP. Fans outside the Philadelphia area can catch the game via NFL+.
While many starters may be resting, attention will be on the players fighting for starting roles. Bengals head coach Zac Taylor confirmed that quarterback Joe Burrow and other healthy starters will participate in a few series against the Eagles, raising questions about how much action Philadelphia's top players will see.
When asked about the starters' participation earlier this week, Sirianni stated, "Everything's discussed. We've spent a lot of time discussing it and we'll see how that goes. Today's practice marks our third consecutive day, and we’ll assess how guys are feeling afterward."
As of Wednesday night, tickets for the Eagles-Bengals matchup were available on TicketMaster starting at $16.38. In terms of betting, FanDuel Sportsbook lists the Eagles as +5.5 point underdogs against Cincinnati, with an over-under set at 37.5.
This preseason opener is not just a game; it’s an opportunity for players to make their mark and for fans to reconnect with their team as they gear up for another season.
