Bengals’ Tee Higgins Out Against Ravens with Concussion
The Cincinnati Bengals will be without wide receiver Tee Higgins for their upcoming matchup against the Baltimore Ravens. This marks the second game this season that Higgins misses due to the concussion protocol.
Tee Higgins’ Concussion Status
Higgins previously sat out during the Bengals’ victory over the Ravens on Thanksgiving Day. His injury woes began on November 23 against the New England Patriots, where he suffered a hard fall while attempting to catch a pass. He remained on the ground for several minutes and was ultimately carted off the field. Following that incident, he also missed the subsequent game against the Ravens.
Recent Game Performance
In a recent game against the Buffalo Bills on December 7, Higgins had a strong performance, recording six catches for 92 yards and two touchdowns. However, he reported concussion-like symptoms shortly after the game and was re-entered into the concussion protocol.
Impact on the Bengals’ Offense
With Higgins sidelined, Mitch Tinsley is expected to take on a larger role at wide receiver. In the previous matchup against Baltimore that Higgins missed, Tinsley participated in 67% of the offensive snaps. Tinsley expressed eagerness for additional opportunities, noting that some chances did not go his way in that game.
- Players Discussed:
- Tee Higgins (Wide Receiver)
- Mitch Tinsley (Wide Receiver)
- Ja’Marr Chase (All-Pro Wide Receiver)
- Andrei Iosivas (Veteran Wide Receiver)
- Recent Injury News:
- Higgins out with concussion protocol
- Shemar Stewart (Rookie Defensive End) likely remains on injured reserve
The Bengals hope to find a strong replacement for Higgins as they prepare for this critical game against the Ravens. The absence of Higgins not only affects Cincinnati’s offensive strategy but also places greater responsibility on backup players like Tinsley.
