Bengals’ Tee Higgins Reaches 5,000 Career Receiving Yards
The Cincinnati Bengals celebrated a significant milestone as receiver Tee Higgins reached 5,000 career receiving yards. This achievement occurred during the team’s NFL Week 9 match against the Chicago Bears on November 2, 2025, at Paycor Stadium.
Tee Higgins Milestone
Tee Higgins completed this career milestone in his 79th NFL game. He caught a 44-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Joe Flacco in the second quarter. This catch not only secured a touchdown but also highlighted Higgins’ impressive performance on the field.
Prior to this game, Higgins had 355 career receptions for 4,955 yards. To reach the coveted 5,000-yard mark, he only needed 45 more yards. He is now the 11th player in Bengals’ history to achieve this notable statistic.
Previous Milestones and Teammates
Higgins joins fellow Bengals wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase, who surpassed the 5,000-yard mark during a victory over the Dallas Cowboys in 2024. This shows a strong trend of success within the Bengals’ receiving core.
Tee Higgins’ Career Overview
- Tee Higgins was selected in the second round of the 2020 NFL Draft.
- This marks his sixth season with the Cincinnati Bengals.
- In March 2025, Higgins signed a four-year contract extension with the team.
- Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow expressed confidence in Higgins’ continued presence with the team, despite his impending free agency.
As Higgins continues to build on his achievements, fans are eager to see what the future holds for this talented athlete within the Cincinnati Bengals organization.
