It's a battle of the backups at U.S. Bank Stadium between the Cincinnati Bengals and Minnesota Vikings. This Week 3 showdown features two teams that are reeling from injuries under center.

The Cincinnati Bengals have suffered their most lopsided loss in franchise history. They were beaten 48-10 by the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday.

In desperate need of a win, the Vikings got a major boost on Sunday morning as veteran safety Harrison Smith and star left tackle Christian Darrisaw were both active for the game against the Cincinnati Bengals. It’s the first time Smith and Darrisaw have played for the Vikings this season.

Sunday, September 21stTime: 1:00 p.m. ETTV Channel: CBSLive Stream: fuboTV (watch for free) The Cincinnati Bengals

Week 3 is here and the Vikings look to bounce back from a rough loss to the Falcons by catching the Bengals while they are down.

The Cincinnati Bengals (2-0) visit the Minnesota Vikings (1-1) at U.S. Bank Stadium on Sunday, September 21, 2025. Date: Sept. 21 Time: 1 p.m. ET

Bengals get blown out by Vikings after committing five turnovers, but Chase Brown says the team will bounce back