Kansas City QB Patrick Mahomes is the rare talent that can take over a football game. But Mahomes was not 100% in last week’s betting on NFL win over the Jaguars. Previously, in Kansas City’s Super Bowl loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Mahomes’ inability to improvise because of a toe issue was a key factor in the game. Cincinnati has one of the best defenses in the NFL. And the Bengals can play a championship level of complementary football. Also, Cincinnati will not be intimidated by the Arrowhead crowd.
Cincinnati Bengals vs. Kansas City Chiefs NFL Betting Information
| Date and Time: | Sunday, January 29, 2023, 6:30 p.m. ET |
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| Location: | GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City, Missouri |
| TV Coverage: | FOX |
| Team | Spread | Total | ML | |
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| Bengals | -1½ (-110) | 46½ (-110) | -125 |  |
| Chiefs | +1½ (-110) | 46½ (-110) | +105 | |
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Bengals at Chiefs SBG Wagering Analysis
The Kansas City Chiefs will host the AFC Championship Game for the fifth consecutive online betting season. Last year the Chiefs suffered a stunning upset loss at Arrowhead Stadium to the Cincinnati Bengals. On Sunday, Kansas City gets its shot at revenge. But its no fait accompli. The defending AFC champion Bengals are better than last year. They have the confidence of a proven champion. Furthermore, Cincinnati showed fans and gamblers a lot in their win at the Buffalo Bills last Sunday. Kansas City has an additional concern about Patrick Mahomes’ injury status. To show, Mahomes suffered an ankle injury last week against Jacksonville.
Cincinnati Bengals Team Preview
Last Sunday, the Cincinnati Bengals won 27-10 against the Buffalo Bills as 6-point road dogs. The game went under the Betting on football total of 48.5. As a result, Cincinnati has a record of 12-4 straight up, 12-3-1 against the spread, and 6-9 over/under the total.
Overall, Cincinnati has NFL metrics of 8th for total offense, 5th for passing, 29th for rushing, and 7th for scoring. While on defense, the Bengals are 16th overall, 23rd against the pass, 7th against the rush, and 6th for points allowed. Cincinnati ranks 4th for fewest turnovers lost and 9th for takeaways.
Bengals coach Zac Taylor has emerged as a star in his own right. Correlate that Taylor is a steady leader that has led a young club into championship contender status. The fact that Cincinnati did not take a step back is a credit to Taylor’s consistent approach.
Kansas City Chiefs Team Preview
Last Saturday, the Kansas City Chiefs won 27-20 against the Jacksonville Jaguars as 10-point home favorites. The game went under the total of 51.5. As a result, Kansas City has a record of 14-3 straight up, 5-11-1 against the spread, and 8-9 over/under the total.
Overall, Kansas City has NFL metrics of 1st for total offense, 1st for passing, 20th for rushing, and 1st for scoring. While on defense, the Chiefs rank 11th overall, 18th against the pass, 8th against the rush, and 16th for points allowed. Kansas City ranks 24th for fewest turnovers lost and 24th for takeaways.
Head coach Andy Reid gets well-earned praise for leading the Chiefs into their 5th consecutive AFC championship game. Indeed, it is the most successful era in the 63 seasons of the franchise. But there is also the criticism that comes with a team that relies too heavily on Mahomes.
Bengals at Chiefs SBG Free Picks
On this occasion, the Chiefs and their fans get a prime revenge shot at Cincinnati with the NFL Betting odds. Look for Kansas City to get it right this time.
Bengals at Chiefs SBG Best Bet: Kansas City Chiefs.