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Zac Taylor and Joe Burrow could face their biggest challenge yet in Week 5

Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor and quarterback Joe Burrow could have their work cut out for them if they are down their top two wide receivers.

Published: Thursday, 8 October 2026 at 1:00 PM
Zac Taylor and Joe Burrow could face their biggest challenge yet in Week 5
Key Things to Know
  • Cincinnati faces a significant Week 5 challenge against Miami with top receivers Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins potentially sidelined.
  • Chase remains in concussion protocol, while Higgins is day-to-day dealing with an adductor injury.
  • Receivers Andrei Iosivas and Colbie Young are also ruled out until after Cincinnati's bye week.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Cincinnati Bengals face a major offensive test in Week 5 against the Miami Dolphins as star wide receivers Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins may both be sidelined. Chase is in concussion protocol, while Higgins remains day-to-day with an adductor injury. With Andrei Iosivas and Colbie Young also out until after the bye, head coach Zac Taylor and quarterback Joe Burrow face a heavily depleted receiver room.

Andrew Kusleika writes that secondary options such as Dohnte Meyers, Mitchell Tinsley, and tight end Mike Gesicki must step up to support Burrow's passing attack. Following a Week 4 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars marked by critical turnovers, Kusleika argues that Cincinnati cannot afford similar mistakes even against the winless Dolphins.

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