Higgins attempted to remain on the field during the Bengals' final offensive drive of the contest but was ultimately unable to finish the game. Despite the setback, the team is expected to formalize his rehabilitation and preparation schedule when practice resumes this Wednesday. Taylor noted that the team will monitor his progress throughout the week before making a final determination on his status.
Injury concerns mount for Cincinnati receiving corps
The potential absence of Higgins comes at a challenging time for the Bengals, who are already managing a depleted wide receiver room. Star playmaker
The team's depth is further tested by the absence of Andrei Iosivas, who is currently on injured reserve recovering from thumb surgery. Additionally, rookie wideout Colbie Young is sidelined with a left knee injury, though Taylor suggested that Young’s recovery is progressing more rapidly than the coaching staff originally anticipated.
With the current roster constraints, the Bengals are left with only two healthy receivers on the 53-man squad: Dohnte Meyers, who recorded a career-high 82 yards on Sunday, and Mitch Tinsley, who recently rejoined the team from the Houston Texans' practice squad. Should further reinforcements be required for the trip to Miami, Taylor indicated that practice squad members Noah Thomas and Jordan Moore remain potential options. The Bengals, currently holding a 2-2 record, are aiming to snap a two-game losing skid before heading into their bye week.
