As the Bengals begin the 2018 season this Sunday on the road against Indianapolis, the national media attention has increased following a strong preseason.
Fans get their first chance to see the team play in Paul Brown Stadium on Thursday night when the Bengals host the Ravens at 8:20 p.m. in a nationally televised game.
TICKETS
Fans can purchase tickets by calling the Bengals Ticket Hotline at (513) 621-8383, online at Bengals.com or by visiting the Paul Brown Stadium ticket office. The Bengals Ticket Hotline and ticket office hours are from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. Tickets may be purchased 24/7 through Bengals.com. Fans can call the Bengals Ticket Hotline or chat with a ticket representative online if they have any questions.
NATIONAL MEDIA COVERAGE
NFL.com Analyst Maurice Jones-Drew featured running back Joe Mixon. Jones-Drew said Mixon was "poised for a huge breakthrough in Year 2, one that will put him among the transcendent backs in the NFL." - **Story**
Peter King from NBC Sports picks the Bengals to win the division and defensive tackle Geno Atkins his Defensive Player of the Year. - **Story**
More from Peter King, SNF on NBC showcases Andrew Billings and his ability during the preseason.
CBS Sports analyst Pete Prisco believes the Bengals could be the surprise team of the year. - **Story**
Also from CBS Sports, Will Brinson believes the Bengals will make the playoffs. - **Story**
Yahoo Sports Senior NFL Writer Terez Paylor profiled the Bengals' new-and-improved offense. - **Story**
Bleacher Report's Tyler Dunne featured A.J. Green's remarkable journey and his goal to go down as the best wide receiver of all time. - **Story**
