The 1978 Cincinnati Bengals season was the franchise's 9th season in the National Football League, and the 11th overall. Ken Anderson missed the first four games with a broken bone in his right hand, and Homer Rice replaced Bill Johnson as head coach after the Bengals started 0–5. The team dipped to marks of 0–8 and 1–12 before rebounding under Rice to win the last three games. In the season finale, the Bengals blasted Cleveland, 48–16, setting series records for points and victory margin.

Offseason

NFL draft

Personnel

Staff

Roster

Regular season

Schedule

Standings

Team leaders

Awards and records

Pro Bowl selection