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Tee Higgins will not play in today's game against the Patriots due to a hamstring injury. He was added to the injury report late in the week and did not practice on Friday. With Higgins sidelined, Trenton Irwin is expected to take over most of his snaps, while Andrei Iosivas and Mike Gesicki may also benefit from increased targets.
- Tee Higgins' absence opens up opportunities for other receivers on the Bengals roster.
- Trenton Irwin is projected to step up in Higgins' place, making him a potential pickup.
Tee Higgins | WR
Injury
Week 1
- Higgins is inactive due to a hamstring injury.
- His status for Week 2 is uncertain.
Trenton Irwin | WR
Pickup
Week 1
- Irwin is expected to replace Higgins and take on a larger role in the offense.
Mike Gesicki | TE
Pickup
Week 1
- Gesicki could also benefit from additional targets in Higgins' absence.
Cincinnati Bengals
- The Bengals will need to adjust their passing game strategy without Higgins.
New England Patriots
- The Patriots may have an advantage facing a Bengals team missing a key receiver.