when is the bengals first preseason game

The Cincinnati Bengals' first preseason game in 2025 is on Thursday, August 7, 2025. They will play against the Philadelphia Eagles at 7:30 PM ET at Lincoln Financial Field. This is the team's opening game of the preseason schedule. The second preseason game is on Monday, August 18, 2025, against the Washington Commanders at 8:00 PM ET (ESPN).