When is the Bengals vs. Texans game?
The Bengals-Texans game is Sunday, Sept. 20. All the tune-in info you need for the NFL on CBS presentation is listed here:
- Date: Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026
- Location: Reliant Stadium (Houston, Texas)
- Kickoff: 1 PM ET
- Week: 2
- Channel: CBS*
- Streaming: Paramount+*
* Available to watch and stream when broadcast by your local CBS TV station. Check your local listings.
The Bengals are hitting the road to take on the Texans at 1 PM ET on Sunday, Sept. 20. Where available, the game airs on CBS and streams live on Paramount+.
The Bengals are 1-0 on the season. Led by Joe Burrow, Ja’Marr Chase and head coach Zac Taylor, the Bengals are coming off a Week 1 win over the Buccaneers. The hosting Texans, meanwhile, are 0-1. DeMeco Ryans’ squad is looking to notch their first win after losing to the Bills, 36-31, in Week 1.
Ready for the action? Read on for details on the Bengals-Texans game, including how to watch and stream live. Want more? Get the full NFL schedule.
How to watch Bengals vs. Texans live on Paramount+
When airing on your local CBS station, you can watch the Bengals-Texans game live on Paramount+ with your subscription. Plans start at $8.99 a month.
To watch the live game, get started with your subscription, or log into your account. At game time, go to the Live TV hub. You’ll stream the game via the feed of your local CBS station.
Visit the Paramount+ Help Center for a list of devices supported, and for more info on plans and pricing.
How to watch Bengals vs. Texans live without cable
When available in your area, you can watch the Bengals-Texans game without cable by tuning in the game on your local CBS TV station using a digital antenna, satellite service, live-TV streaming service, or Paramount+. For more, get our guide on how to watch games without cable all season long.
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What channel is Bengals vs. Texans on?
The Bengals vs. Texans game is on CBS in various markets. Check your local listings to see if the game will be broadcast by your local CBS station.
Can I stream Bengals vs. Texans on Paramount+?
When available on your local CBS TV station, yes, you can stream the Bengals-Texans game on Paramount+. Get started with a subscription, and/or log into your account. Download the free Paramount+ app on your smart TV or device. Then at game time, fire up Paramount+, go to Live TV, look for the live game, and start watching.
Please note, if the Bengals-Texans game is not aired by your local CBS station, you will not be able to stream the game.
What time does Bengals vs. Texans start?
The Bengals-Texans game kicks off at 1 PM ET.
Where is Bengals vs. Texans being played?
The Bengals-Texans tilt is being played at Reliant Stadium in Houston, Texas.
