The Cincinnati Bengals will travel to take on the Cleveland Browns in Week 1. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding WR Tee Higgins.
Is Tee Higgins Playing in Week 1?
Higgins is not listed on the injury report this week, so barring any setbacks, he will play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Bengals’ injury report leading up to kickoff for any changes. You can also visit and bookmark our Fantasy News Tracker for the latest updates.
Should You Start or Sit Tee Higgins in Week 1?
Tee Higgins has out-earned Ja’Marr Chase for periods, and that’s not even the most impressive part of his profile for me. Despite several moving pieces over his five seasons in the NFL, he’s finished ahead of expectations in terms of productivity relative to target diet in every campaign.
Yes, last season was probably the best season of his career. He averaged 18.5 PPG (more than CeeDee Lamb), had more air yards in fewer games than A.J. Brown, and led the Bengals in percentage of red zone routes in which he saw a target.
Yes, ahead of Chase.
Higgins reached a dozen PPR points in 75% of his games in 2024, and I expect him to open one-for-one in 2025 against an aggressive Cleveland defense (he’s increased his fantasy points per pressured catch in consecutive seasons).
Higgins can be an underdog and lead his team in receiving production while being nothing short of a lineup lock. You knew that when you drafted him, and that will not change, no matter the matchup.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Week 1 Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em article.
Tee Higgins’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 1
Higgins is projected to score 16.5 points in PPR formats. This includes 5.4 receptions for 75.5 yards and 0.6 touchdowns.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 1 Weather Impact: Bengals at Browns
Weather could be a factor in this outdoor game with temperatures at 72 degrees Fahrenheit and winds of 12 mph. The wind may impact deep passes and field goal attempts.
