The San Francisco 49ers (third in NFC West) face the Cincinnati Bengals (second in AFC North) at Paul Brown Stadium this Sunday at 4:25 p.m. ET on CBS. The Bengals (7-5) trail the Ravens by one game, while the 49ers are coming off a loss.

Game Details:

• Spread: 49ers -1 (-110)
• Moneyline: 49ers -120, Bengals +100
• Over/Under: 40 points (-110)
• Combined average points per game: 52.9
• Combined average points allowed: 45.5
• ATS Records: 49ers 5-7, Bengals 6-6

Keys for Bengals Victory:

• Defense must improve after struggling against Chargers
• Joe Burrow needs to return to multiple-TD form
• Critical game for playoff hopes with Ravens matchup looming

Keys for 49ers Victory:

• Maintain strong running game (48.3% run rate, 3rd in NFL)
• Leverage 6th-ranked defense (yards allowed)
• Control third downs (9th in opponent conversion rate)

Recent Performance:

• Bengals: Lost 41-22 to Chargers last week
• 49ers: Lost 30-23 to Seahawks last week despite early lead

The game features two playoff contenders with strong offenses but recent defensive struggles. The tight spread suggests a close matchup between evenly matched teams.

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