On September 29, 2024, at 1:00 PM, the Cincinnati Bengals will square off against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte. Struggling to find their form, both teams are aiming for their first win of the season. The Bengals, holding a record of 0-2-0, are 4th in their division and 13th in the conference, having scored 35 points and conceded 42, which leads to a point differential of -7. Similarly, the Panthers are also 0-2-0, ranked 4th in their division and 14th in their conference, with 13 points scored and 73 points allowed, resulting in a net point differential of -60. In their respective previous games, the Bengals narrowly lost to Kansas City 25-26, achieving 18 first downs, 74 rushing yards, and 246 passing yards. The Panthers, on the other hand, faced a tougher loss at home against the Los Angeles Chargers, finishing with a score of 3-26, including 7 first downs, 90 rushing yards, and just 69 passing yards. Joe Burrow, the Bengals’ quarterback, threw for 258 yards and 2 touchdowns with a passer rating of 103.7 last week, while Bryce Young for the Panthers managed 84 yards, scoring no touchdowns and a passer rating of 57.21. The competitive edge between the two quarterbacks sets this game up as a noteworthy matchup. Sports betting enthusiasts who wish to engage with this game will find interesting odds. The point spread tips in favor of the visiting Bengals at -5.50, contrasting with the Panthers’ +5.50. The total for the game has been set at 45.50. Moneyline bets reflect the perceived strength of the Bengals, tagged at -240, compared to +196 for the home-standing Panthers.