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Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins will not play in today's game against the Philadelphia Eagles due to a quad injury sustained during practice. NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reported that Higgins was eager to participate but ultimately could not due to physical limitations. His absence significantly impacts the target distribution among the remaining Bengals players.
- Tee Higgins' injury opens up more opportunities for Ja'Marr Chase and other Bengals players.
- Higgins was averaging 9 targets per game, which will now be redistributed.
Philadelphia Eagles
- The Eagles may face a less potent Bengals offense without Higgins.
Tee Higgins | WR
Injury
Week 5
- Higgins is inactive due to a quad injury sustained during practice.
- He wanted to play but was unable to do so physically.
Ja'Marr Chase | WR
Breakout
Pickup
Week 5
- Chase will see an increase in targets with Higgins out.
- He is expected to be the primary beneficiary of the target redistribution.
Cincinnati Bengals
- The Bengals will rely more on Ja'Marr Chase and their RBs and TEs in the absence of Higgins.