C.J. UZOMAH NEWS

Active, may have limited role Uzomah (knee/hip) is active for Sunday's game against the Browns, though it's unclear if he'll handle a normal workload in the contest, Jay Morrison of The Athletic reports.

Impact Though he was listed as questionable heading into the day and avoided the inactive list, Uzomah shouldn't be counted on to handle the 70-plus percent snap share that has typically been the norm for him this season. In addition to not practicing this week in any fashion due to the pair of injuries, the Bengals have little at stake Sunday in terms of playoff positioning. With top quarterback Joe Burrow (knee) also sitting out and top running back Joe Mixon (illness) on the reserve/COVID-19 list, the Bengals' usually high-powered offense won't be operating at peak efficiency with Brandon Allen stepping in as the starting quarterback. If Uzomah is limited for the regular-season finale or is only available as an emergency backup, Drew Sample and Mitchell Wilcox would see most of the work at tight end.

JANUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Week 18 Uzomah (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Browns, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Uzomah was held out of practice for a third consecutive day Friday as he continues to deal with a knee injury, but he has a chance to suit up in Sunday's regular-season finale. The Bengals have clinched a playoff spot and will likely rest some starters in Week 18, so Uzomah could be kept off the field if the team doesn't feel as though he's 100 percent healthy. If the 28-year-old is unavailable, Drew Sample and Mitchell Wilcox should see additional playing time.

JANUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Non-participant Thursday Uzomah (knee/hip) didn't participate in Thursday's practice session, Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic reports.

Impact Uzomah was on the field for 90 percent of the Bengals' offensive snaps in Sunday's win over Kansas City but has been forced to miss the first two days of practice ahead of Week 18. He'll likely need to return to the practice field Friday if he hopes to suit up Sunday against the Browns. However, the 28-year-old could be limited or held out as a precaution in Week 18 since the Bengals have already clinched a playoff spot.

JANUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bothered by knee Uzomah (knee/hip) didn't practice Wednesday, Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic reports.

Impact It's seemingly a new issue, though Uzomah played 90 percent of snaps in Sunday's 34-31 win over Kansas City. He may handle a smaller workload this week even if the knee and hip injuries turn out to be insignificant, as it's already known that the Bengals plan to rest Joe Burrow and start Brandon Allen at QB instead.

JANUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Four catches in win Uzomah had four catches for 32 yards on six targets in Sunday's win over the Chiefs.

Impact Uzomah caught three of those passes while the Bengals were on the two-minute drill just before halftime, helping lead them to a field goal. Uzomah played 90 percent of the offensive snaps against the Chiefs - that percentage might be lower in Week 18, depending on how much the Bengals choose to use their starters.

JANUARY 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Busy in Week 16 Uzomah had five catches for 36 yards on seven targets in the Bengals' Week 16 win over the Ravens.

Impact Though he didn't score, he was targeted four times inside the Ravens' 20 and once inside the 5-yard line. Uzomah was the receiver when the Ravens' Anthony Averett got hurt making a tackle. Uzomah could be in line for a similar output this week against the Chiefs - they've given up 79 catches for 849 yards against opposing tight ends this year, albeit for only six touchdowns.

DECEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Auburn NFL roundup: C.J. Uzomah, Bengals enjoy holiday On the 16th Sunday of the NFL's 2021 season, 20 Auburn alumni got on the field.

DECEMBER 27, 2021 • AL.COM

C.J. Uzomah arrives to Week 16 game dressed as Buddy the Elf Cincinnati Bengals tight end C.J. Uzomah shows to Week 16 game as Buddy the Elf from "Elf."

DECEMBER 26, 2021 • NFL.COM

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DECEMBER 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Quiet in Week 15 win Uzomah had three catches on four targets for 18 yards in Sunday's win over the Broncos.

Impact It was hard for Uzomah to get any sort of volume with the Bengals limited to just 22 passes all day. However, Uzomah had a big day (3-91-2) against the Ravens, next week's opponent, when they previously met.

DECEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Four receptions in loss Uzomah caught four of six targets for 56 yards during Sunday's 26-23 loss to the 49ers.

Impact Uzomah had his best outing since his 91-yard, two-touchdown performance against the Ravens in Week 7. In an offense with several talented pass catchers and a solid rushing attack, Uzomah has found difficulties providing constant fantasy value, but the upside is certainly there. With four games remaining, the 28-year-old tight end needs just six more receptions and 32 more yards to break the career highs he set in 2018.

DECEMBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

C.J. Uzomah ' My Cause My Cleats Cincinnati Bengals tight end C.J. Uzomah shares his My Cause My Cleats.

DECEMBER 13, 2021 • NFL.COM

Burrow says injured pinky won't sideline him against 49ers

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DECEMBER 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Catches three passes in loss Uzomah secured three of six targets for 20 yards in Sunday's 41-22 loss to the Chargers.

Impact Though Uzomah saw his highest offensive snap share of the season (87 percent), the veteran tight end had yet another underwhelming stat line. In an offense with several talented pass catchers and a thriving rushing attack, Uzomah will likely continue to struggle to produce for fantasy managers.

DECEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Another modest game Uzomah had three catches for nine yards on three targets in Sunday's win over the Steelers.

Impact Volume has been a problem for all of the Bengals' pass-catchers the last two weeks, with the Bengals placing such a heavy emphasis on the running game. That issue is even more acute for Uzomah, who doesn't get much of a target share to begin with. He's like many tight ends in that he's touchdown-dependent for his value - Uzomah has exceeded 35 receiving yards only twice all season.

NOVEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Two catches against Vegas Uzomah caught two of three targets for nine yards in Sunday's 32-13 win over the Raiders.

Impact The tight end didn't see much action on a day in which Joe Mixon dominated the Las Vegas front seven and what passes Joe Burrow did make mostly went to Tyler Boyd and Ja'Marr Chase. Uzomah has topped 35 receiving yards only twice all year, but both times he hit for over 90 yards and hauled in two TDs, making him a boom or bust option heading into a Week 12 clash with the Steelers.

NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Grading the Bengals offense: Thoughts on every player in the season's first half Joe Mixon, Ja'Marr Chase and C.J. Uzomah are among those earning the top grades after nine games.

NOVEMBER 10, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Quiet in Week 9 loss Uzomah caught four of five targets for 24 yards in Sunday's 41-16 loss to Cleveland.

Impact Uzomah has caught four passes in each of the last two games, but he has just 57 yards over that span. The 28-year-old tight end doesn't see enough volume to rise above the touchdown-dependent tier of options at the position. He has found the end zone five times heading into the Bengals' Week 10 bye, which is already two more than his previous career high.

NOVEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 4, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Regresses in Week 8 Uzomah caught all four of his targets for 33 yards in Sunday's 34-31 loss to the Jets.

Impact Uzomah was held in check after compiling five touchdowns over his previous four games. The tight end had a pair of yardage outbursts north of 90 over that productive stretch but has failed to reach the 40-yard mark in any other game this season. Uzomah will remain a boom-or-bust option in Week 9 against the Browns with the Bengals looking to bounce back from this spooky Halloween loss.

OCTOBER 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Bengals' big-play Chase presents daunting task for 1-5 Jets

Ja’Marr Chase is catching passes at a record pace and leaving defensive backs frustrated and embarrassed along the way

OCTOBER 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 8

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OCTOBER 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Roaring Bengals look to keep rolling vs. lowly Jets

The Cincinnati Bengals are coming off of back-to-back wins of more than 20 points including a 41-17 rout of Lamar Jackson and the Ravens last week to move into a tie with Baltimore...

OCTOBER 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

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OCTOBER 26, 2021 • FANDUEL.COM