Bengals Get Big Injury News on Ja’Marr Chase, Tee Higgins vs Dolphins
Cincinnati received a key update on the status of Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins right before kickoff against the Dolphins.
In a major injury blow, Bengals wide receivers Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins were both sidelined last week’s game against Jacksonville. Chase suffered a concussion, while Higgins sustained a groin and neck injury. Neither player practiced on Wednesday, leading to Higgins being labeled as day-to-day. However, both returned to practice on Friday and were listed as questionable.
Chase remained in concussion protocol, while Higgins was categorized as day-to-day. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, both Chase and Higgins are expected to play against the Dolphins on Sunday. This is a significant boost for the Bengals, particularly for quarterback Joe Burrow, who last week threw for 428 yards despite not having his top two receivers available.
The loss of Chase and Higgins creates fewer targets for Dolphins defensive stars Jalon Daniels, Mitchell Tinsley, and tight end Mike Gesicki. The Dolphins have struggled through the air this season, going 0-4, with Kyler Murray and Patrick Mahomes both putting up over 200 yards against Miami in recent matchups. With the Dolphins currently winless and the Bengals 2-2, this game is a must-win for both teams. Cincinnati is currently 7-point favorites with an over/under of 44.5 points.
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