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Tee Higgins Set to Play in Bengals Opener After Full Practices

Consecutive full practice appearances plus his absence from the Week 1 injury list make him likely to play with an elevated target role.

Overview

  • Bengals.com reported Higgins fully participated in team practices this week, and USA TODAY and Yahoo Sports republished those official updates.
  • USA TODAY noted he was a full participant in all three practices this week and is not listed on the Week 1 injury report, signaling availability for the season opener.
  • Higgins is Cincinnati’s clear No. 2 receiver but carries high upside inside the Bengals’ passing attack, making him a strong WR2 in fantasy leagues with WR1 potential.
  • Media outlets rely on team practice reports as the primary short-term indicator of game-day availability, so consecutive full practices strengthen the case that he will play.
  • Look for Higgins to draw meaningful targets in Week 1, and monitor the official Week 1 roster and snap counts for confirmation of his role and early-season impact.