There's no other way to describe the way the Cincinnati Bengals' season ended other than as a gut punch. Of course, Zac Taylor's club did their part in what the

The Bengals can sign Tee Higgins to a contract extension at any time. Yes, after weeks of Joe Burrow making the case for Higgins, Cincinnati can officially negotiate with Higgins' new agent Rocky Arceneaux.

CINCINNATI — ESPN NFL analyst and former Bengals wide receiver Andrew Hawkins thinks Tee Higgins could stay in Cincinnati, bringing up a new wrinkle that isn't discussed much: The Bengals' loyalty.

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins continues to battle through multiple injuries as the team heads into the season finale against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 18.

Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor is 'very hopeful' Tee Higgins has not played his last game for the team.

Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow expressed support for Higgins after the game, as he has throughout the season. "You can't let (him) get out of the building (as a free agent)," Burrow said of Higgins.

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins exits Saturday's game against the Pittsburgh Steelers with an injury.

Tee Higgins has been battling through a serious ankle injury in recent weeks for the Bengals.

Two Bengals starters got dinged up against the Steelers. Tee Higgins (ankle) and Cody Ford (chest) are questionable to return in the game after going out in the second half. Higgins was having a strong night with four catches and 53 yards.

Cincinnati Bengals running back Chase Brown and wide receiver Tee Higgins are listed as questionable to play on Saturday night in the season finale against the host Pittsburgh Steelers.

Bengals WR Tee Higgins left Saturday night's critical game against the Steelers after injuring his left ankle in the second half.