The Cincinnati Bengals and Pittsburgh Steelers renew their AFC North rivalry in 2026 NFL Week 3, with the Bengals traveling to Pittsburgh for a Sunday afternoon divisional showdown.
The Bengals at Steelers game kicks off Sunday, September 27, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. ET from Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Bengals vs. Steelers Game Information
Matchup: Cincinnati Bengals at Pittsburgh Steelers
Date: Sunday, September 27, 2026
Kickoff Time: 1:00 p.m. ET
Stadium: Acrisure Stadium
Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
TV Channel: CBS
Streaming: Paramount+, NFL+ and NFL Sunday Ticket
What Channel Is Bengals vs. Steelers On?
The Bengals vs. Steelers game will air on CBS as part of the network’s Sunday afternoon NFL coverage.
Because NFL regional broadcast rules apply, CBS availability will depend on your local television market.
How to Stream Bengals at Steelers
Fans in markets receiving the game on their local CBS station can stream Bengals at Steelers on Paramount+ with an eligible subscription.
NFL+ is another option for watching live local and nationally televised NFL games on supported mobile devices.
Fans outside the Bengals and Steelers television markets can also check NFL Sunday Ticket through YouTube or YouTube TV for access to eligible out-of-market Sunday afternoon games.
What Time Does Bengals vs. Steelers Start?
Kickoff is scheduled for 1:00 p.m. ET on Sunday, September 27.
For fans in other U.S. time zones, that translates to:
12:00 p.m. CT
11:00 a.m. MT
10:00 a.m. PT
Bengals-Steelers Rivalry Continues in Week 3
Cincinnati and Pittsburgh are longtime AFC North rivals, making their Week 3 meeting an important early-season divisional matchup.
Games between the Bengals and Steelers can carry additional significance because head-to-head and division records are among the NFL’s postseason tiebreaking procedures. That makes every AFC North matchup potentially important later in the season.
Where to Watch Bengals at Steelers — Quick Guide
Fans looking for where to watch Bengals vs. Steelers can tune into CBS at 1:00 p.m. ET on Sunday, September 27, 2026.
The game can also be streamed through Paramount+ in eligible CBS markets, while NFL+ offers local-game viewing on supported mobile devices. Out-of-market viewers can check NFL Sunday Ticket for availability.