Tee Higgins is focused on the ultimate prize in what could be his final year with the Bengals. The star wide receiver is playing at a high level through the first six games on his one-year franchise tag.
Higgins dove into whether this season is more special because it could be his last in stripes.
“Obviously, I want to make it something special, just because we want to win the big one as a whole,” Higgins noted on Thursday. “If it is the last one, then obviously, yeah, I want to make it something special.”
Higgins has 29 catches for 257 yards and 2 touchdowns across four games this campaign. He’s top-35 among NFL wide receivers in catches and TDs, despite missing the opening two games.
“It’s a big year for me. So, definitely playing with a little bit more oomph,” Higgins said about his performance. “Just trying to help my team get wins at the end of the day.”
Tee Higgins, the Bengals’ wide receiver, will not play in Sunday’s game against the Philadelphia Eagles due to a quadriceps injury. This decision follows a limited practice session on Friday, which raised doubts about his participation. Before this injury, Higgins had been excelling, playing a crucial role in the Bengals’ recent successes.
Heading into this matchup, he had recorded over 75 receiving yards in each of his last three games, contributing significantly to the team’s victories against the New York Giants and the Cleveland Browns. His performance highlighted his importance to the offense and his capability to make impactful plays.
However, Higgins has faced challenges this season, having missed the first two games due to a soft-tissue injury. Despite a strong training camp, he suffered a hamstring injury just days before the season opener against the New England Patriots, which sidelined him for both that game and the subsequent matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs. These early injuries raised concerns regarding his overall durability and consistency.
So far this season, Higgins has recorded 29 receptions for 341 yards and three touchdowns across five games. His absence in the upcoming game against the Eagles will likely impact the Bengals’ offensive strategy as they aim to maintain their winning momentum without one of their key playmakers. The team’s ability to adjust to his absence will be critical in their pursuit of continued success.
Be the first to comment