Joey Chestnut to Compete at Bengals Halftime

Joey Chestnut, the world-renowned competitive eater, will entertain fans during the halftime of the Cincinnati Bengals' season opener against the New England Patriots on September 8. He is set to compete in a five-versus-one bratwurst eating contest, celebrating the region's German heritage and the upcoming Oktoberfest Zinzinnati. Chestnut recently broke his own record by consuming 83 hot dogs in 10 minutes, showcasing his competitive eating prowess. In addition to Chestnut, UConn basketball coach Dan Hurley will serve as the 'Ruler of the Jungle' at the event. Other entertainment includes a National Anthem performance by Mikayla Renfrow and a flyover by the 121st ARW KC-135 unit. The event promises to be a lively kickoff to the NFL season, with Paycor Stadium adorned in Bengals colors.