Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins has been ruled inactive for the game against the Raiders due to a quad injury. His absence has opened up opportunities for other players, particularly tight end Mike Gesicki, who has seen an increase in targets. The Bengals will also be without WRs Jermaine Burton and Charlie Jones for today's matchup.

In an electrifying start to the game against the Cleveland Browns, Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Charlie Jones made headlines with a remarkable 100-yard kickoff return for a touchdown. This marked the first kickoff return touchdown for the Bengals since 2020. Jones, who has a history of return touchdowns, continues to showcase his explosive playmaking ability.

Ja'Marr Chase, wide receiver for the Cincinnati Bengals, has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Steelers due to a shoulder injury. Coach Zac Taylor has stated that Chase will be considered week-to-week, casting doubt on his availability for the Bengals' Week 17 matchup against the Chiefs. In Chase's absence, Tee Higgins and Tyler Boyd are expected to lead the team's wide receiver group.

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins will miss his second straight game due to a hamstring injury. Along with Higgins, defensive end Sam Hubbard (ankle) and wide receiver Andrei Iosivas (knee) have also been ruled out. Wide receiver Charlie Jones (thumb) is listed as questionable. Higgins has 27 receptions, 328 receiving yards, and two touchdown catches this season.