After missing the first two weeks of the Cincinnati Bengals season, gifted wide receiver Tee Higgins is expected to return for a very important matchup on Monday night.
The start of the 2024 Bengals season has been a huge departure from expectations this summer. Entering the season Cincy was expected to once again be a powerhouse in the AFC and be a Super Bowl contender. Yet, they’ve looked like playoff pretenders to begin the year.
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Entering their game on Monday night versus the Commanders, the Bengals shockingly own a 0-2 record after a stunning Week 1 loss to the Patriots and then a frustrating setback to the Chiefs last week. The offense has not been nearly as formidable as in years past, especially as they try to replace veteran Joe Mixon. However, they will get a huge influx of talent this week.
On Friday, wide receiver Tee Higgins revealed to the media that he is ready to make his season debut this Monday after missing the team’s first two games due to a hamstring injury.
Cincinnati Bengals have badly missed Tee Higgins this season
The news could not have come at a better time for the Cincinnati Bengals. Due to a contract dispute this summer top receiver Ja’Marr Chase has gotten off to a slow start after taking part in few team activities during the preseason. And the run game has been non-existent as they look to fill the shoes of departed running back Joe Mixon.
It has led to average numbers for quarterback Joe Burrow since he does not have the impact weapons he is used to having. If not for missing five games due to injuries last season, Higgins was on pace for a third straight 1,000-plus yard receiving season and brings a Pro-Bowl-level pass-catcher back to the Cincy offense.
The Bengals will be looking to avoid an 0-3 hole to start the season on Monday Night Football versus the Commanders this week.
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