The Cincinnati Bengals are big favorites to beat the Washington Commanders on “Monday Night Football” in Week 3. In fact, one has to look pretty hard to find a pick that says otherwise. Over at USA Today, all six of the experts polled take the Bengals over the Commanders and only one of the score projections is within six points.

Analyzing Monday’s Washington Commanders at Cincinnati Bengals odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Cincinnati Bengals are favored to get their first win of the 2024 NFL season when they host the Washington Commanders on Monday Night Football.

The hype for the rookie tight end is already growing. He established some looks in the base offense during the preseason and has caught all four of his targets so far. Does he start to eat into the snaps given to the likes of Mike Gesicki while being a reliable safety valve?

Sep 15, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Andrei Iosivas (80) celebrates with tight end Mike Gesicki (88) after an interception during the first half against the Kansas City Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images / Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

The final injury report for the Cincinnati Bengals ahead of the primetime showdown against the Washington Commanders answered some questions about key names such as Tee Higgins and Sheldon Rankins. Others,

Here are a few matchups that could decide the outcome of the Bengals’ Week 3 Monday Night Football game at home against the Commanders.