On November 8, the Cincinnati Bengals, boasting a 5-2 record and a three-game winning streak, will clash with the 3-5 Atlanta Falcons at Madrid’s Santiago Bernabéu Stadium in a Week 9 NFL matchup, following Atlanta’s 16-0 loss to Tampa Bay.
Game Details and Viewing Options
The game kicks off at 9:30 a.m. Eastern (3:30 p.m. Madrid time), with national coverage on NFL Network. Fans can also watch through eligible ESPN+ and NFL+ subscriptions, while international viewers can access NFL Game Pass on DAZN.
Local viewers in Cincinnati can tune in to WLWT on Channel 5, while those in Atlanta should check WANF on Channel 46, according to the Bengals’ official broadcast schedule.
Burrow, Chase, and Higgins Lead the Offense
Joe Burrow heads into Week 9 as the NFL’s touchdown leader with 20 and a 73% completion rate, per CBS Sports. His top targets, Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, have combined for 1,288 yards and 10 scores, powering one of the league’s most efficient passing attacks.
The Bengals scored 109 points across their previous three victories, including a 43-36 overtime win against Tennessee. Burrow’s aerial production gives Cincinnati a clear statistical edge over Atlanta, a team that has struggled to move the ball against Tampa Bay.
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Bengals cornerback A.J. Terrell faces a demanding assignment against Cincinnati’s receivers, who have consistently stretched the field this season. The balance between Burrow’s precision and the receiving corps’ separation ability creates a complex matchup for the Atlanta secondary.
Penix and Robinson Anchor Atlanta
Atlanta’s offense relies on Bijan Robinson, who leads the NFL with 780 rushing yards heading into this game. His ability to extend plays after contact gives the Falcons a ground game that outpaces Cincinnati’s, averaging 134.8 yards per outing compared to the Bengals’ 80.3.
Michael Penix Jr. has thrown for 1,282 yards, nine touchdowns, and five interceptions, according to FOX Sports’ pregame data. With Atlanta struggling to score against Tampa Bay, coach Kevin Stefanski seeks better offensive output from his unit.
Forecast and Outlook
Despite Cincinnati being the favorite, CBS Sports analysts remain split on the outcome—Pete Prisco calls for a 33-21 Bengals win, while Jordan Dajani picks Atlanta to pull out 27-23.
This marks the second NFL regular-season game in Madrid, following Miami’s 16-13 win over Washington in 2025.