Bengals get some breaks in Week 1 win against Vikings in OT
The Cincinnati Bengals needed some breaks to go their way in an overtime thriller against MinnesotaSEPTEMBER 13, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
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Vikings have plenty to clean up after OT loss to Bengals
The Minnesota Vikings overcame a sloppy start to come back and tie the gameSEPTEMBER 13, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
McPherson's 33-yard kick in OT lifts Bengals over Vikings
Evan McPherson kicked a 33-yard field goal as time expired in overtime to push the Cincinnati Bengals to a 27-24 win over the Minnesota VikingsSEPTEMBER 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
C.J. Uzomah, not Ja'Marr Chase, breaks Bengals' long-ball drought, but the rookie's making strides A successful Joe Burrow bomb on Tuesday helped the offense release some pent-up frustration over a camp-long failure to get downfield.
AUGUST 18, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Atop Bengals' depth chart Uzomah is listed ahead of Drew Sample at tight end on the Bengals' depth chart.
Impact Uzomah hasn't had any setbacks in camp as he has been recovering from his torn Achilles' tendon. He's more of a pass catcher than Sample, though his target share still won't likely be all that high. Moreover, the Bengals run an "11" formation more often than most teams, meaning there won't be too many chances for both Uzomah and Sample to see the field at the same time.
AUGUST 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Bengals: C.J. Uzomah could be on the chopping block in 2021 The Cincinnati Bengals took C.J. Uzomah in the fifth round of the 2015 NFL Draft and he's been a decent player for them considering he was a...
JULY 3, 2021 • STRIPEHYPE.COM
Cleared from Achilles tear Uzomah (Achilles) said during a recent appearance on the "London Is Blue Podcast" that he's been medically cleared, Adi Joseph of CBS Sports reports.
Impact Uzomah apparently made a quick recovery from the Achilles tear he suffered Week 2, declaring himself healthy just seven months later. The Bengals may still opt to ease him into practices this spring and summer, but the tight end should be ready to challenge Drew Sample for playing time. Of course, the Bengals could add a rookie to their tight end mix during the 2021 NFL Draft, potentially giving Sample and Uzomah some tougher competition.
APRIL 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
C.J. Uzomah updates rehab and training with Joe Burrow, Trey Hopkins Cincinnati Bengals TE C.J. Uzomah provided some behind-the-scenes info on the rehab room at PBS.
FEBRUARY 26, 2021 • USATODAY.COM
Resumes running Uzomah (Achilles) posted a video Wednesday on his personal Twitter account featuring him running on a treadmill.
Impact Uzomah wasn't sporting a brace while he ran on the treadmill, an encouraging sign in his recovery from the season-ending Achilles surgery he required in late September. The tight end likely will remain limited or sidelined entirely for OTAs in the spring, but he could have a shot at gaining full clearance for the start of training camp. He'll be entering the final season of a three-year, $18 million deal in 2021, but even if healthy Uzomah may not be assured a starting role. Second-year player Drew Sample showed some promise as a blocker and pass catcher (40 receptions for 349 yards and a touchdown) after Uzomah went down with the injury, and the Bengals still could bring in additional competition at the position through the draft or free agency this offseason.
JANUARY 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
After Bengals limp to finish, Taylor gets vote of confidence
Less than 24 hours after Cincinnati fell flat in the final game of another frustrating season Bengals President Mike Brown gave coach Zac Taylor a vote of confidenceJANUARY 4, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
C.J. Uzomah provides early rave review of Joe Burrow's rehab, comeback efforts Cincinnati Bengals tight end C.J. Uzomah gave a behind-the-scenes look at rehab with Joe Burrow.
NOVEMBER 28, 2020 • USATODAY.COM
FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 3
Such is life entering Week 3 of the fantasy football season, where Gardner Minshew, who entered the fantasy draft season not ranked among the top 24 quarterbacks, is outplaying Dre...SEPTEMBER 23, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Undergoes surgery Bengals head coach Zac Taylor said Wednesday that Uzomah underwent surgery to address his season-ending Achilles injury, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Uzomah tore his right Achilles' tendon in the Week 2 loss to the Browns, spoiling what had been a solid outing up to that point (four catches for 42 yards and a touchdown). With Uzomah now turning his focus to rehabbing his leg and getting healthy for 2020, the Bengals will rely on Drew Sample to step in as their new starting tight end. Cethan Carter and Mason Schreck will handle depth roles behind Sample.
SEPTEMBER 23, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Lands on IR Uzomah (Achilles) has been placed on IR by the Bengals.
Impact Uzomah tore his right Achilles in Thursday's loss to the Browns and is out for the season. As a result, Drew Sample figures to step into the starting role at tight end for the Bengals, with Cethan Carter and Mason Schreck in reserve.
SEPTEMBER 18, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
C.J. Uzomah out for year with torn Achilles C.J. Uzomah’s season is over as the tight end suffered a right Achilles tear in the Cincinnati Bengals’ Thursday night loss to the Cleveland...
SEPTEMBER 18, 2020 • USATODAY.COM
Bengals Sign Mason Schreck To Roster, Place C.J. Uzomah On Reserve/Injured The Bengals signed TE Mason Schreck from the practice squad, and placed TE C.J. Uzomah on the Reserve/Injured list. Schreck (6-5, 252), a th...
SEPTEMBER 18, 2020 • BENGALS.COM
Out with torn Achilles Coach Zac Taylor said Uzomah suffered a torn Achilles and is out of the season, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.
Impact The 27-year-old was carted off the field after suffering the injury during Thursday's loss to the Browns, and his season will come to an end after only two games. Uzomah was off to a strong start this season with eight catches for 87 yards and one touchdown. Drew Sample figures to step into the starting role at tight end for the Bengals, with Cethan Carter the only other tight end on the roster.
SEPTEMBER 18, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Pressure is on Drew Sample to step up for Bengals with C.J. Uzomah reportedly lost for season Drew Sample will have to step up for the Cincinnati Bengals with C.J. Uzomah out.
SEPTEMBER 18, 2020 • USATODAY.COM
Mayfield throws 2 TD passes, Browns hold off Burrow, Bengals
Baker Mayfield threw two touchdown passes, Nick Chubb ran for two scores and the Cleveland Browns gave coach Kevin Stefanski his first NFL win by beating the Cincinnati Bengals 35-...SEPTEMBER 18, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Ruled out with Achilles Uzomah has been ruled out for the remained of Thursday's contest with an Achilles injury.
Impact Uzomah was off to a very solid start Thursday before exiting, hauling in four catches for 42 yards and receiving quarterback Joe Burrow's first career passing touchdown. Achilles injuries are often serious, so there is potential that this will be a season ender for the veteran tight end. Drew Sample figures to take over starting duties in Uzomah's absence.
SEPTEMBER 18, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Suffers Achilles injury Thursday Uzomah has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Browns due to a right Achilles injury, Marisa Contipelli of the Bengals' official site reports.
Impact Uzomah was carted off the field in the fourth quarter and never appeared to have a real chance to return, so Cincinnati's decision to rule him out isn't necessarily an indication of the severity of his injury. However, Achilles' injuries are always worrying by nature. Uzomah logged four catches for 42 yards and a touchdown before leaving the field Thursday. If Uzomah is forced to miss time beyond Week 2, Drew Sample figures to take over starting tight end duties in his stead.
SEPTEMBER 18, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Leaves field on cart Uzomah exited Thursday's divisional match against the Browns due to an apparent knee injury, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Uzomah was injured while making a grab in the fourth quarter, and he quickly clutched his right knee and removed his helmet. The 27-year-old then had to be carted off the field. In Uzomah's stead, Drew Sample will see added opportunities at tight end.
SEPTEMBER 18, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
WATCH: C.J. Uzomah catches Joe Burrow's first NFL touchdown pass Who had C.J. Uzomah as the recipient of Joe Burrow’s first touchdown pass? The former Auburn tight end ran an excellent route and Burrow, th...
SEPTEMBER 18, 2020 • USATODAY.COM
Garners five targets in Week 1 Uzomah caught four of five targets for 45 yards in Sunday's 16-13 loss to the Chargers.
Impact Uzomah recorded more than 45 yards in a game just twice last season, as he mostly played second fiddle to the Tyler Eifert. With Eifert in Jacksonville now, Uzomah is the clear No. 1 TE and played 72 percent of the offensive snaps Sunday -- a percentage he surpassed only in Week 17 last year. Still, Uzomah's at best the fourth-best target for rookie QB Jow Burrow behind A.J. Green, Tyler Boyd and Joe Mixon, so he's not a very dependable fantasy asset.
SEPTEMBER 14, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
With Eifert out, C.J. Uzomah becomes X-Factor vs. Cowboys
Unfortunate news about Tyler Eifert keeps the Bengals' offense looking the same for Week 5. C.J. Uzomah needs to step up against Dallas on S...JUNE 30, 2017
