The Cincinnati Bengals (3-5) will host the Chicago Bears (4-3) in Week 9. 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 Higgins Playing in Week 9?
Higgins is not on the injury report, and barring a surprise, he is expected to 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 Higgins in Week 9?
Tee Higgins wasn’t involved in the first few drives last week, but it can flip in a hurry: 44-yard touchdown as Joe Flacco identified single coverage and went for it.
That’s what was missing from this offense after the Joe Burrow injury: the willingness to take a chance and trust the elite talent.
Was it concerning that Higgins finished the 39-38 loss with just that one catch (two targets on 29 routes)? A little bit, but it’s clear that he is in the Flacco circle of trust and that the veteran QB isn’t going to swerve off that path.
I still think 6-8 targets is the most likely outcome for him against the third-worst YPA defense in the league, and that is a profile I’m buying as my WR2 without a second thought.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Higgins’ Fantasy Points Projection in Week 9
Higgins is projected to score 14.2 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Higgins to have 5 receptions for 65 yards and 0.5 touchdowns.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 9 Weather Impact: Bears at Bengals
The forecast for kickoff is 55 degrees Fahrenheit with 8 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.