Bengals’ Tee Higgins Misses Action Against Eagles
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins was sidelined during the thrilling showdown against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, nursing a pesky hamstring injury that cropped up late in the practice week. Fans were left holding their breath, hoping to see the dynamic playmaker light up the field, but alas, it wasn’t meant to be.
In an insightful Monday press conference, Bengals head coach Zac Taylor shared that the team’s approach to Higgins’ recovery will be a cautious, day-to-day process. “There were definitely things he was trying to do Sunday morning,” Taylor remarked, reflecting on Higgins’ determination. “But in the end, it was smart to limit that.” It’s that kind of savvy decision-making that keeps a team competitive, even when the stakes are high.
Higgins has been a force to be reckoned with this season, hauling in 29 receptions for 341 yards and finding the end zone three times over the first five games. His absence was palpable, and you could almost hear the collective sigh from the Bengals faithful as they watched their team battle without one of their top targets.
In addition to Higgins, the Bengals had to navigate the game with left tackle Orlando Brown Jr. also feeling the heat. Struggling with a knee injury, Brown managed to participate in just 50 percent of the offensive snaps. “It was similar to last week for Orlando,” Taylor noted. “He wasn’t worse off going in, but as the game progressed, he felt some discomfort.” It’s a classic case of toughing it out, but sometimes, even the toughest warriors need to rest.
Looking ahead, the Bengals are set to clash with the Las Vegas Raiders this coming Sunday. Fans will be eagerly anticipating the first injury report of the week, which is scheduled for release on Wednesday. Will Higgins be ready to return? Can Brown push through the pain? Only time will tell, but one thing is for sure—Bengals fans are hoping for a full roster and a chance to see their stars shine once again.
Stay tuned, as the drama of the NFL season continues to unfold!
