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Cleveland Browns vs. Cincinnati Bengals
Huntington Bank Field in ClevelandSun, Dec 6, 2026 · 01:00 PM
Overview
Overview
Cleveland Browns vs. Cincinnati Bengals is a Sports / Football / NFL event at Huntington Bank Field in Cleveland.
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The Battle of Ohio, the storied intrastate rivalry between the Cleveland Browns and Cincinnati Bengals, renews in Cleveland. Both teams are members of the AFC North, and the rivalry dates back to 1970 when the Bengals joined the NFL after the AFL merger. The connection runs deep: Paul Brown, who founded and coached the Browns, later founded the Bengals. The teams split the all-time series, with the Bengals holding a 56–49 lead, and have never met in the playoffs despite both reaching conference championships in the 1980s.
The rivalry is fueled by Ohio's geographic and cultural divide—Cleveland in the northeast and Cincinnati in the southwest, with Columbus as the battleground for fan support. This regular-season matchup carries extra weight as both teams battle for AFC North positioning. Fans can expect a charged atmosphere as two historic franchises with passionate fan bases clash on the field.
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When did the Bengals–Browns rivalry begin?
The rivalry began in 1970 when the Bengals and Browns first played in the NFL after the AFL merger.
Who is the common figure linking both teams?
Paul Brown, the Hall of Fame coach for the Browns, founded the Bengals franchise in 1967.
What is the all-time series record?
The Bengals lead the overall series 56–49.
Have the teams ever met in the playoffs?
No, the two teams have not met in the playoffs.
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Cleveland Browns
The Cleveland Browns are a professional American football team based in Cleveland. The Browns compete in the National Football League (NFL) as a member of the American Football Conference (AFC) North division. The team is named after original coach and co-founder Paul Brown.
Cincinnati Bengals
The Cincinnati Bengals are a professional American football team based in Cincinnati. The Bengals compete in the National Football League (NFL) as a member of the American Football Conference (AFC) North division. The team plays its home games at Paycor Stadium in downtown Cincinnati.
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Huntington Bank Field in Cleveland
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Huntington Bank Field in Cleveland
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