Is Tee Higgins playing this week? (Latest injury update for Bengals vs. Cardinals in NFL Week 5)
By Peter Dewey
Cincinnati Bengals star receiver Tee Higgins is dealing with a fractured rib that could potentially sideline him for Week 5 against the Arizona Cardinals.
Higgins was removed from the team’s Week 4 loss to Tennessee and did not return.
#Bengals WR Tee Higgins, who was declared out today, suffered a rib fracture, source said. Could keep him off the field for a bit.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) October 1, 2023
While he said himself that he’s hoping to play in Week 5, the Bengals may not be as willing to let Higgins play given his injury.
Tee Higgins injury status for Week 5 matchup vs. Arizona Cardinals
The Bengals won't release an injury report until later in the week, but Higgins will likely be questionable at best for this matchup.
UPDATE, Sunday afternoon: Higgins is OUT for Week 5 against the Arizona Cardinals with a rib injury.
Bengals’ WR Tee Higgins is inactive today.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) October 8, 2023
Best Bengals prop bet if Tee Higgins misses Week 5
Ja’Marr Chase OVER receiving yards
Once prop bets come out for the Bengals-Cardinals matchup, Chase is a prime target to have a big game through the air.
The No. 1 receiver made a big statement after Week 4 – saying he’s always open – and Joe Burrow may look his way a little extra because of that.
"I'm open. I'm always f--king open." 😳
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) October 1, 2023
Ja'Marr Chase after Bengals fall to 1-4
(via @marshallkramsky)pic.twitter.com/0ousV2hEbQ
Chase has at least eight targets in every game, but he’s only cleared the 100-yard mark one time this season. I think he has a chance to do so in Week 5 if Higgins sits, as Chase and Tyler Boyd will be the two top options in the passing game.
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Tee Higgins injury history
- Dec. 2020: Thigh Hamstring Strain Grade 2 – did not miss time
- Jan. 2021: Thigh Hamstring Strain Grade 2 – missed rest of Week 17
- Sept. 2021: Shoulder – missed two games
- Sept. 2022: Concussion – did not miss next game
- Sept. 2022: Pedal Ankle Sprain/Pull – only played 10 snaps
- Oct. 2023: Chest Rib Fracture – missed rest of game vs. Titans
When is Tee Higgins coming back?
Higgins is hoping not to miss any time with his rib injury, but the Bengals may be cautious with the star receiver since there is a long way to go in the 2023 season.
"I think it's just one (rib), so we will be alright." - Tee Higgins
— Marshall Kramsky (@marshallkramsky) October 2, 2023
Higgins hopes to not miss any time -- more on what he's dealing with in a contract year and 1-3 team 👇#Bengals @WCPO pic.twitter.com/1yUoYPdnGC
Higgins is in a contract year, so he certainly wants a chance to prove that he deserves a new deal this coming offseason.
Cincinnati Bengals next 5 opponents
- Seattle Seahawks, Sunday, Oct. 15
- San Francisco 49ers, Sunday Oct. 29
- Buffalo Bills, Sunday, Nov. 5
- Houston Texans, Sunday, Nov. 12
- Baltimore Ravens, Thursday, Nov. 16
Cincinnati Bengals injury report
- The Bengals have yet to release an injury report for Week 5.
Arizona Cardinals injury report
- The Cardinals have yet to release an injury report for Week 5.
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