The Cincinnati Bengals will once again take on the Baltimore Ravens without one of their star wideouts. To keep their faint playoff hopes alive, the Bengals will need to be able to beat Baltimore and get some help from around the league.
Head Coach Zac Taylor told the media on Friday that Tee Higgins (concussion) would be out for Sunday’s AFC North tilt. Higgins returned in Week 14 after missing the first matchup with Baltimore, and now, he will miss the rematch. Higgins reported concussion symptoms after the loss to Buffalo, and he clearly needs more time to recover.
Defensive end Shemar Stewart (knee) is doubtful after practicing in full all week. The Bengals likely won’t activate him off of injured reserve by Saturday’s 4 pm deadline.
Safety PJ Jules (ankle) is also listed as doubtful.
Linebacker Shaka Heyward (fibula) was activated from injured reserve and is on track to suit up Sunday.
For Baltimore, wide receiver Rashod Bateman (ankle) missed practice Friday and is ruled as questionable.
Tight end Mark Andrews (glute) was back on the practice field Friday, so he should be on track to play. He has no game status.
Bengals vs. Ravens Injury Report