Former Bengals Tight End Announces Immediate Retirement
Veteran tight end CJ Uzomah announced he is retiring from the NFL as a member of the Cincinnati Bengals on Monday.
Former Cincinnati Bengals tight end C.J. Uzomah has announced his retirement from the NFL after a 10-year career. He spent the first seven years of his NFL journey with the Bengals, whom he was the 157th pick in the 2015 draft. Uzomah, who played college football at Auburn, quickly became a dependable tight end and blocker for the Bengals. He was a key player in the team's Super Bowl LVI triumph in 2022, leading the team with 49 receptions, 493 receiving yards, and five touchdowns.
Uzomah's journey with the Bengals spanned from 2015 to 2022. Following his time with Cincinnati, he spent two seasons with the New York Jets (2022-2023), and one season with the Philadelphia Eagles in 2024. However, his production dwindled in his final season, as he appeared in only seven games. In his career, Uzomah played a total of 113 games, making 192 catches for 1,881 yards, and scoring 16 touchdowns.
His retirement announcement came in an Instagram post on August 24, 2026. He expressed his gratitude towards the Bengals, where his career started and flourished. The story will be updated as more details emerge.
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