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Bengals TE Mike Gesicki's Route Running in Loss to Chargers
In a recent game against the Chargers, Bengals tight end Mike Gesicki showcased his route-running ability by running the third-most routes on the team. Despite his high involvement in terms of routes, Gesicki struggled to convert that into production, failing to catch any of his targets. This performance highlights the challenges tight ends can face in the Bengals' offense, especially with other key receivers like Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins drawing more attention.
In a recent game against the Chargers, Bengals tight end Mike Gesicki showcased his route-running ability by running the third-most routes on the team. Despite his high involvement in terms of routes, Gesicki struggled to convert that into production, failing to catch any of his targets. This performance highlights the challenges tight ends can face in the Bengals' offense, especially with other key receivers like Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins drawing more attention.
Mike Gesicki's Performance in Loss to Ravens
In a disappointing outing for the Bengals against the Ravens, tight end Mike Gesicki recorded four catches for 30 yards without a touchdown. Despite the lack of scoring, his usage was promising, as he received nine targets, indicating a solid role in the offense. Notably, Gesicki had two red zone targets, showcasing his potential for future fantasy contributions.
In a disappointing outing for the Bengals against the Ravens, tight end Mike Gesicki recorded four catches for 30 yards without a touchdown. Despite the lack of scoring, his usage was promising, as he received nine targets, indicating a solid role in the offense. Notably, Gesicki had two red zone targets, showcasing his potential for future fantasy contributions.
Bengals WR Tee Higgins Inactive for Game vs. Ravens
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins will not play in the upcoming game against the Baltimore Ravens due to a quad injury. He has not participated in practice throughout the week, raising concerns about his availability for the next game against the Chargers. With Higgins out, Ja'Marr Chase and Mike Gesicki are expected to take on a larger role in the Bengals' passing game.
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins will not play in the upcoming game against the Baltimore Ravens due to a quad injury. He has not participated in practice throughout the week, raising concerns about his availability for the next game against the Chargers. With Higgins out, Ja'Marr Chase and Mike Gesicki are expected to take on a larger role in the Bengals' passing game.
Tee Higgins Inactive for Thursday Night Football
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins has been ruled inactive for the upcoming game against the Baltimore Ravens due to a quadriceps injury. This marks his third consecutive absence, which raises concerns about his upcoming free agency and potential impact on the Bengals' offense. With Higgins sidelined, Ja'Marr Chase and tight end Mike Gesicki are expected to take on larger roles in the passing game.
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins has been ruled inactive for the upcoming game against the Baltimore Ravens due to a quadriceps injury. This marks his third consecutive absence, which raises concerns about his upcoming free agency and potential impact on the Bengals' offense. With Higgins sidelined, Ja'Marr Chase and tight end Mike Gesicki are expected to take on larger roles in the passing game.
Tee Higgins Not Expected to Play Thursday Night
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins is not expected to play in the upcoming Thursday night game against the Baltimore Ravens due to a quadriceps injury. This will mark his fifth game missed this season, and his absence will provide more opportunities for teammates Ja'Marr Chase and Mike Gesicki in the passing game. Higgins' ongoing injury issues may impact his value as he approaches free agency this spring.
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins is not expected to play in the upcoming Thursday night game against the Baltimore Ravens due to a quadriceps injury. This will mark his fifth game missed this season, and his absence will provide more opportunities for teammates Ja'Marr Chase and Mike Gesicki in the passing game. Higgins' ongoing injury issues may impact his value as he approaches free agency this spring.
Fantasy Playbook: NFL Week 10 Scores, Projections, Matchups
In the Fantasy Football Playbook for Week 10, Mike Clay provides insights into player projections, matchups, and strategies for fantasy leagues. The focus is on helping players make informed decisions for their lineups, including sit/start choices and waiver wire pickups. The advice is tailored for 12-team PPR leagues, with projections for players expected to score at least 6.0 fantasy points this week.
In the Fantasy Football Playbook for Week 10, Mike Clay provides insights into player projections, matchups, and strategies for fantasy leagues. The focus is on helping players make informed decisions for their lineups, including sit/start choices and waiver wire pickups. The advice is tailored for 12-team PPR leagues, with projections for players expected to score at least 6.0 fantasy points this week.
Injury Update: Tee Higgins Doubtful for Thursday Night
Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins is doubtful for the upcoming game against the Ravens due to a quad injury, having not practiced all week. This absence has opened up opportunities for tight end Mike Gesicki, who has performed well in Higgins' absence, averaging significant targets and receptions. Gesicki is currently ranked among the top 10 tight ends for Week 10.
Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins is doubtful for the upcoming game against the Ravens due to a quad injury, having not practiced all week. This absence has opened up opportunities for tight end Mike Gesicki, who has performed well in Higgins' absence, averaging significant targets and receptions. Gesicki is currently ranked among the top 10 tight ends for Week 10.
Injury Update: Tee Higgins Unlikely to Play
Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins is dealing with a quad injury and did not practice on Tuesday, making him doubtful for the upcoming Thursday night game against the Ravens. If Higgins is unable to play, it would elevate Mike Gesicki's status as a top-10 tight end option for fantasy football this week.
Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins is dealing with a quad injury and did not practice on Tuesday, making him doubtful for the upcoming Thursday night game against the Ravens. If Higgins is unable to play, it would elevate Mike Gesicki's status as a top-10 tight end option for fantasy football this week.
Tee Higgins - Sidelined for Another Practice
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins continues to struggle with a quadriceps injury, missing practices and likely to miss his third consecutive game. His absence has allowed tight end Mike Gesicki to step up in the receiving game, producing notable stats in Higgins' absence. The Bengals are monitoring Higgins' recovery closely as they prepare for their upcoming game against the Ravens.
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins continues to struggle with a quadriceps injury, missing practices and likely to miss his third consecutive game. His absence has allowed tight end Mike Gesicki to step up in the receiving game, producing notable stats in Higgins' absence. The Bengals are monitoring Higgins' recovery closely as they prepare for their upcoming game against the Ravens.
Bengals' Joe Burrow unhappy despite 5 TDs in win vs. Raiders
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow expressed dissatisfaction despite a stellar performance where he threw five touchdowns in a 41-24 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders. Burrow's frustration stems from the Bengals' overall season struggles, as they sit at a 4-5 record and have yet to beat a team with a winning record. The game featured strong performances from other players, including tight end Mike Gesicki and defensive end Trey Hendrickson, but Burrow's focus remains on the team's need for improvement.
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow expressed dissatisfaction despite a stellar performance where he threw five touchdowns in a 41-24 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders. Burrow's frustration stems from the Bengals' overall season struggles, as they sit at a 4-5 record and have yet to beat a team with a winning record. The game featured strong performances from other players, including tight end Mike Gesicki and defensive end Trey Hendrickson, but Burrow's focus remains on the team's need for improvement.
Mike Gesicki - Comes alive with late TDs
In a standout performance, Mike Gesicki led the Cincinnati Bengals in receiving yards during their 41-24 victory over the Raiders, securing five catches for 100 yards and two touchdowns. His impressive second-half performance, including a crucial 47-yard touchdown catch, showcased his potential, especially in the absence of teammate Tee Higgins. Additionally, there was controversy surrounding a touchdown catch that was overturned in Week 1, which could have changed the outcome of that game.
In a standout performance, Mike Gesicki led the Cincinnati Bengals in receiving yards during their 41-24 victory over the Raiders, securing five catches for 100 yards and two touchdowns. His impressive second-half performance, including a crucial 47-yard touchdown catch, showcased his potential, especially in the absence of teammate Tee Higgins. Additionally, there was controversy surrounding a touchdown catch that was overturned in Week 1, which could have changed the outcome of that game.
Injury Update: Bengals WR Tee Higgins Inactive for Today's Game
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.
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.
Injury Update: Tee Higgins Doubtful for Week 5
Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins is doubtful for the upcoming game against the Raiders due to a quad injury. He has not participated in practice throughout the week, raising concerns about his availability for the following week's matchup against the Ravens as well. In Higgins' absence, tight end Mike Gesicki has stepped up significantly, averaging 7.0 targets per game over the last three games without Higgins.
Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins is doubtful for the upcoming game against the Raiders due to a quad injury. He has not participated in practice throughout the week, raising concerns about his availability for the following week's matchup against the Ravens as well. In Higgins' absence, tight end Mike Gesicki has stepped up significantly, averaging 7.0 targets per game over the last three games without Higgins.
Mike Gesicki's Strong Performance in Loss to Eagles
In a recent game against the Eagles, Bengals tight end Mike Gesicki showcased his skills by tying his season high in snaps and contributing significantly to the team's offense. Despite the loss, Gesicki's performance highlighted his growing role within the Bengals' passing game.
In a recent game against the Eagles, Bengals tight end Mike Gesicki showcased his skills by tying his season high in snaps and contributing significantly to the team's offense. Despite the loss, Gesicki's performance highlighted his growing role within the Bengals' passing game.
Bengals' Joe Burrow sets 'doable' 10-win goal after blowout loss
After a disappointing 37-17 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow expressed the need for the team to win seven out of their remaining nine games to reach the playoffs. The Bengals, now at 3-5, struggled significantly in the second half, failing to advance past midfield on their final four drives. Coach Zac Taylor took responsibility for a critical failed play call that contributed to the team's defeat.
After a disappointing 37-17 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow expressed the need for the team to win seven out of their remaining nine games to reach the playoffs. The Bengals, now at 3-5, struggled significantly in the second half, failing to advance past midfield on their final four drives. Coach Zac Taylor took responsibility for a critical failed play call that contributed to the team's defeat.
Celebrating National Tight Ends Day: Kyle Pitts, Cade Otton shine
National Tight Ends Day was celebrated on October 27, 2024, with tight ends across the NFL showcasing their skills and finding the end zone. This annual event, which began in 2018, saw tight ends score a total of 13 touchdowns, with the record for a single week being 22 touchdowns. Players like Kyle Pitts and Cade Otton stood out with impressive performances, contributing significantly to their teams.
National Tight Ends Day was celebrated on October 27, 2024, with tight ends across the NFL showcasing their skills and finding the end zone. This annual event, which began in 2018, saw tight ends score a total of 13 touchdowns, with the record for a single week being 22 touchdowns. Players like Kyle Pitts and Cade Otton stood out with impressive performances, contributing significantly to their teams.
Bengals WR Tee Higgins Inactive for Week 1
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 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.
High Expectations for Mike Gesicki in 2023
The Athletic's Paul Dehner highlights the rising expectations for Bengals tight end Mike Gesicki as he shows versatility in training camp. Gesicki has been utilized in various formations, both inline and in the slot, indicating that the team plans to leverage his skills effectively this season.
The Athletic's Paul Dehner highlights the rising expectations for Bengals tight end Mike Gesicki as he shows versatility in training camp. Gesicki has been utilized in various formations, both inline and in the slot, indicating that the team plans to leverage his skills effectively this season.
Patriots TE Hunter Henry Inactive for Game
Patriots TE Hunter Henry is inactive for today's game against the Bills, leaving New England with TEs Mike Gesicki and Pharaoh Brown. Neither player is considered a viable fantasy option.
Patriots TE Hunter Henry is inactive for today's game against the Bills, leaving New England with TEs Mike Gesicki and Pharaoh Brown. Neither player is considered a viable fantasy option.
Patriots TE Hunter Henry (knee) out Sunday vs. Broncos
New England Patriots tight end Hunter Henry will miss Sunday night's game against the Denver Broncos due to a knee injury. This will be the first game that Henry will miss as a Patriot since joining the team in 2021. Pharaoh Brown and Mike Gesicki are next on the tight end depth chart for the Patriots.
New England Patriots tight end Hunter Henry will miss Sunday night's game against the Denver Broncos due to a knee injury. This will be the first game that Henry will miss as a Patriot since joining the team in 2021. Pharaoh Brown and Mike Gesicki are next on the tight end depth chart for the Patriots.
Patriots TE Hunter Henry Out for Game Against Broncos
The Patriots have downgraded TE Hunter Henry (knee) from questionable to out for Sunday's game against the Broncos. His absence would seem to be good news for Mike Gesicki, and it might mean a boost in playing time. But Henry and Gesicki don't play exactly the same position. Gesicki has run 71.7% of his pass snaps from the slot so far, according to Pro Football Focus, plus another 19% out wide. Henry has spent 48.1% in the slot; 43.5% inline. TE Pharoah Brown might be the more direct playing-time beneficiary of Henry's absence. Henry'scoming off season highs in targets, catches, and yards, which probably inflates the perception of what he's leaving available. Before last week, Henry was averaging just 4.0 targets and 2.7 receptions per game. Neither Gesicki nor Brown looks all that attractive for fantasy use.
The Patriots have downgraded TE Hunter Henry (knee) from questionable to out for Sunday's game against the Broncos. His absence would seem to be good news for Mike Gesicki, and it might mean a boost in playing time. But Henry and Gesicki don't play exactly the same position. Gesicki has run 71.7% of his pass snaps from the slot so far, according to Pro Football Focus, plus another 19% out wide. Henry has spent 48.1% in the slot; 43.5% inline. TE Pharoah Brown might be the more direct playing-time beneficiary of Henry's absence. Henry'scoming off season highs in targets, catches, and yards, which probably inflates the perception of what he's leaving available. Before last week, Henry was averaging just 4.0 targets and 2.7 receptions per game. Neither Gesicki nor Brown looks all that attractive for fantasy use.
Patriots TE Hunter Henry's Injury Update
Patriots TE Hunter Henry did not practice on Wednesday and is in danger of missing Sunday's game vs. the Broncos. If he is unable to play, the Patriots will rely on TEs Mike Gesicki and Pharaoh Brown.
Patriots TE Hunter Henry did not practice on Wednesday and is in danger of missing Sunday's game vs. the Broncos. If he is unable to play, the Patriots will rely on TEs Mike Gesicki and Pharaoh Brown.
Hunter Henry - Injures ankle Sunday
Hunter Henry suffered an ankle injury during Sunday's game against the Raiders. He caught one of his three targets for seven yards before leaving the game. Mike Gesicki and Pharaoh Brown are available to handle the Patriots' Week 6 tight end duties.
Hunter Henry suffered an ankle injury during Sunday's game against the Raiders. He caught one of his three targets for seven yards before leaving the game. Mike Gesicki and Pharaoh Brown are available to handle the Patriots' Week 6 tight end duties.