Fantasy Player Profile
vs. BAL: #20 vs opposing TE - 11.04 FPA
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| Wk | Opp | Yds | TD | Yds | TD | Lost | Pts |
| 1 | BAL, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 2 | @CLE, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 3 | CIN, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 4 | @PIT, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 5 | MIA, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 6 | @GB, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 7 | @DEN, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 8 | NE, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 9 | BUF, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 10 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 11 | @NE, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 12 | CHI, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 13 | @MIN, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 14 | @BUF, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 15 | DET, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 16 | JAX, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 17 | @SEA, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 18 | @MIA, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
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One target in preseason opener
Uzomah didn't catch his only target in Friday's 24-21 preseason win over Philadelphia.
Analysis: Uzomah made a nice leaping attempt in the back of the end zone but failed to corral a high pass from Mike White, which was a bit off the mark. Fellow new addition at tight end Tyler Conklin had three catches for 23 yards, while rookie third-round pick Jeremy Ruckert scored a touchdown in the fourth quarter.
Published: Sun, Aug 14 at 11:17am by Rotowire.com
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Removed from PUP
Uzomah (undisclosed) was removed from the PUP list Tuesday, Brian Costello of the New York Post reports.
Analysis: This suggests Uzomah has been cleared for the Jets' first training camp practice Wednesday. He and fellow offseason signing Tyler Conklin are in line to compete for the starting job at tight end, with some form of timeshare the most likely outcome after both had similar production last season and signed similar contracts this offseason. The Jets also have rookie third-round pick Jeremy Ruckert, who will open camp on the non-football injury list with a foot injury.
Published: Tue, Jul 26 at 1:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Placed on active/PUP list
Uzomah (undisclosed) has been placed on the active/PUP list by the Jets, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The tight end missed time during the team's June minicamp with an undisclosed issue that was described as minor, but for now Uzomah will remain on the PUP list until he's ready to practice. Once he returns to the field, he'll look to cement a key role in a retooled Jets tight end corps that also includes fellow free-agent addition Tyler Conklin and rookie Jeremy Ruckert, who's currently dealing with a foot issue.
Published: Thu, Jul 21 at 2:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Held out of June minicamp
Uzomah (undisclosed) didn't participate in June minicamp, Connor Hughes of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: While the injury isn't believed to be serious, it did allow fellow free-agent acquisition Tyler Conklin to take more reps with the first-team offense. Competition for snaps should be fierce this summer, as the Jets suddenly have good depth at both wide receiver and tight end.
Published: Fri, Jul 1 at 6:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Joined by Conklin in NY
Uzomah will compete for playing time with fellow tight end Tyler Conklin, whom the Jets officially signed to a contract Friday.
Analysis: Uzomah and Conklin both topped the tight end depth charts for their respective teams in 2021, with the former racking up 493 yards and five touchdowns with the Bengals and the latter totaling 593 yards and three touchdowns with the Vikings. There should be plenty of snaps to go around for both of the Jets' new tight ends in 2022, as offensive coordinator Mike LaFleur likes to run a lot of 12 personnel with two tight ends on the field simultaneously. LaFleur's shift away from such formations in…read more
Published: Fri, Mar 18 at 9:32am by Rotowire.com
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Three-year deal with Jets
Uzomah (knee) is slated to sign a three-year, $24 million deal with the Jets, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Uzomah is bouncing back from an MCL sprain that he sustained during the postseason, but his pending deal with the Jets suggests that's not going to be a concern heading into the team's offseason activities. The 29-year-old is coming off a 2021 campaign in which he logged 49 catches (on 63 targets) for 493 yards and five touchdowns in 16 games for the Bengals. With the Jets, Uzomah is in line to serve as the team's top pass-catching option at tight end, a role that could yield fantasy utility in…read more
Published: Mon, Mar 14 at 4:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Needs another MRI
Head coach Zac Taylor said Wednesday that Uzomah (knee) is scheduled to undergo another MRI, Geoff Hobson of the Bengals' official site reports.
Analysis: Uzomah was able to play through the MCL sprain of his left knee in Sunday's Super Bowl LVI matchup with the Rams, securing both his targets for 11 yards in the Bengals' 23-20 loss. The 29-year-old is coming off a career year, having racked up 493 yards and five touchdowns on 49 catches in the regular season. The fact that he's headed for another MRI could suggest that surgery might be on the table for Uzomah, who is set to become an unrestricted free agent at the start of the new league year in…read more
Published: Wed, Feb 16 at 7:29am by Rotowire.com
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Two catches in Super Bowl
Uzomah (knee) caught both his targets for 11 yards during Sunday's 23-20 loss to the Rams in Super Bowl LVI.
Analysis: Uzomah suited up for the Super Bowl despite suffering a sprained MCL during the AFC Championship Game two weeks prior, and he still operated as Cincinnati's No. 1 tight end. However, he was unable to replicate his success from the first two rounds of the playoffs, when he totaled 13 receptions for 135 yards and one touchdown. The 29-year-old set career highs across the board during the 2021 regular season with 49 catches for 493 yards and five touchdowns in 16 games, and he's scheduled to…read more
Published: Mon, Feb 14 at 2:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Suiting up for Super Bowl
Uzomah (knee) is listed as active for Super Bowl LVI against the Rams on Sunday, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.
Analysis: Since suffering an MCL sprain in the AFC Championship Game back on Jan. 30, Uzomah was held out of practice entirely during the first week of Super Bowl prep, only to manage a limited session this past Thursday before upgrading to full Friday. Despite entering the weekend as questionable to play Sunday, both the tight end and coach Zac Taylor expressed optimism along the way that Uzomah would be available. Indeed, after taking part in pregame warmups -- per Goldsmith -- Uzomah will suit up in…read more
Published: Sun, Feb 13 at 2:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed as questionable, should play
Uzomah (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's Super Bowl against the Rams, though he was a full practice participant Friday, Geoff Hobson of the Bengals' official site reports.
Analysis: Uzomah is the lone Bengal with a game designation on the final injury report, and coach Zac Taylor said Friday that he expects the tight end to play, per Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com. Should Uzomah deal with a late setback or have his role scaled back on account of the MCL sprain, Drew Sample would be next in line for snaps and targets at tight end. If Uzomah plays, as expected, the Bengals' inactive list will solely consist of healthy scratches ahead of the 6:30 p.m. ET kickoff Sunday evening.
Published: Fri, Feb 11 at 12:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Expected to practice again
Uzomah (knee) is expected to participate in Friday's practice and is trending toward playing in Sunday's Super Bowl against the Rams, James Palmer of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Uzomah returned to practice Thursday for the first time since spraining his left MCL in the AFC Championship game back on Jan. 30 and in the process was listed as a limited participant by the Bengals. Friday's session is slated to be lighter than Thursday's practice, but as long as the tight end avoids any setbacks he appears to be moving in the right direction in advance of Sunday's contest. However, at this stage, it seems likely that Uzomah will head into the weekend officially listed as…read more
Published: Fri, Feb 11 at 10:22am by Rotowire.com
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Back at practice
Uzomah (knee) returned to a limited practice Thursday, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Uzomah's limited session Thursday marked the first time he's been able to practice since spraining his left MCL in the AFC Championship game back on Jan. 30. For his part, coach Zac Taylor previously relayed to Baby that Uzomah will continue to be evaluated throughout the week, and it seems likely that the Bengals' top tight end -- who logged a 49-493-5 stat line in 16 regular-season games -- will approach Sunday's Super Bowl against the Rams officially listed as questionable.
Published: Thu, Feb 10 at 3:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing, still optimistic
Uzomah (knee) won't practice Wednesday, but Bengals head coach Zac Taylor said he's still optimistic the tight end will be ready for Sunday's Super Bowl matchup with the Rams, Jay Morrison of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Uzomah did rehab work over the weekend and said Monday that he anticipates playing in the Super Bowl, but he'll still go down as a non-participant on the fourth consecutive practice report. He'll have chances Thursday and Friday to log some on-field activity before the Bengals release their final injury report ahead of Sunday. If Uzomah is unavailable this weekend, Drew Sample likely will find himself in a three-down role at tight end, which was the case after Uzomah's early exit in the AFC…read more
Published: Wed, Feb 9 at 1:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Expects to play in Super Bowl
Uzomah (knee) considers himself day-to-day and said Monday that he plans to play in the Super Bowl, James Palmer of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Uzomah suffered an MCL sprain in the first half of the AFC Championship Game, leaving backup tight end Drew Sample in a three-down role for the remainder of the contest. The week off between conference championship games and the Super Bowl helps, but there's still no guarantee of Uzomah being ready by Sunday, even after his confident statement Monday morning. He was held out of practice last week, eventually progressing to rehab work on the side over the weekend. A return to practice this week…read more
Published: Mon, Feb 7 at 7:48am by Rotowire.com
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Gets in rehab work
Uzomah (knee) had his first rehab day of the week on the side of Saturday's practice, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.
Analysis: Uzomah worked with trainer Nick Cosgray by using the stationary bike and resistance bands, plus he did some running and kicking in the air. It is a good sign for the Bengals' No. 1 tight end, as it is his first real work since suffering an MCL sprain in the AFC Championship Game. It remains to be seen if he can make enough progress to suit up for the Super Bowl, but Saturday's workout is a step in the right direction.
Published: Sat, Feb 5 at 11:38am by Rotowire.com
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Misses practice again
Uzomah (knee) didn't practice Friday, Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: It would've been a major surprise if Uzomah had practiced this week, after suffering an MCL sprain in the AFC Championship Game. The Bengals hope he can make it back for the Super Bowl, but that's far from a guarantee. A return to practice next week would be a big step in the right direction.
Published: Fri, Feb 4 at 1:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Misses practice Thursday
Uzomah (knee) didn't practice Thursday.
Analysis: The tight end was the only player on Cincinnati's active roster to log a DNP on Thursday, but Uzomah, who is dealing with a knee injury that he sustained this past Sunday, does at least have some added healing time with his team's Super Bowl matchup against the Rams not until Sunday, Feb. 13. Next up for reps at Uzomah's position in his absence from practice is the Bengals' No. 2 TE Drew Sample.
Published: Thu, Feb 3 at 2:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Estimated as non-participant
Uzomah (knee) was listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's estimated practice report, Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Per Ben Baby of ESPN.com, the tight end is thought to be dealing with a sprained MCL that he suffered during this past Sunday's AFC Championship Game victory over Kansas City. With the Super Bowl matchup with the Rams not arriving until Feb. 13, Uzomah is afforded some added healing time. More clarity regarding his status for the Super Bowl is likely to arrive during the Bengals' practice sessions next week.
Published: Wed, Feb 2 at 1:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Appears to have sprained MCL
Coach Zac Taylor said Monday that Uzomah appears to have suffered a sprained MCL during Sunday's AFC Championship Game against Kansas City, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Uzomah was unable to return to Sunday's matchup after sustaining a left knee injury in the first quarter. Although Taylor called the early diagnosis "encouraging," it's not yet clear whether the tight end will be available for the Super Bowl on Sunday, Feb. 13. If Uzomah is unable to suit up against the Rams, Drew Sample and Mitchell Wilcox should handle increased workloads for Cincinnati.
Published: Mon, Jan 31 at 10:07am by Rotowire.com
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Ruled out of Sunday's game
Uzomah won't return to Sunday's AFC Championship Game at Kansas City due to a left knee injury.
Analysis: Uzomah couldn't put much weight on his left leg prior to being carted to the locker room in the first quarter. Per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, Uzomah may have suffered an MCL sprain, so his availability for the Super Bowl -- if the Bengals pull out a win Sunday -- would be up in the air.
Published: Sun, Jan 30 at 1:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Suffers knee injury Sunday
Uzomah was forced out of Sunday's AFC Championship Game against Kansas City after suffering a left knee injury, Marisa Contipelli of the Bengals' official site reports.
Analysis: Prior to his first-quarter exit from the contest, Uzomah -- who was carted to the locker room -- did not catch either of his two targets. In his absence, Drew Sample and Mitchell Wilcox are next up for the Bengals' tight end snaps.
Published: Sun, Jan 30 at 12:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Another strong performance
Uzomah recorded seven receptions on eight targets for 71 yards in Saturday's 19-16 divisional-round win over the Titans.
Analysis: Uzomah tied for the team lead in receptions and finished third in receiving yards. While his 32-yard reception before halftime was meaningless in terms of the final outcome of the game, Uzomah regularly served as a checkdown option for Joe Burrow to keep the offense moving efficiently in between explosive gains. Despite tallying only 39 catches across 16 games in the regular season, Uzomah has combined to record 13 receptions for 135 yards in two postseason contests.
Published: Sat, Jan 22 at 7:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Strong playoff effort
Uzomah caught six passes for 64 yards and one touchdown on six targets against Las Vegas on Saturday.
Analysis: Uzomah came through with big fantasy production even against a Raiders defense with an imposing edge rush, proving he can post numbers even when he might otherwise seem at risk of an increased blocking assignment. Uzomah is a big, athletic player in one of the league's most productive passing games, so he should continue to have games like this on occasion, particularly when one of Ja'Marr Chase or Tee Higgins sees a lag in his production. Higgins was unusually quiet in this one (one 10-yard…read more
Published: Sat, Jan 15 at 6:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Sits out Week 18
Uzomah (knee/hip) didn't record a single snap in Sunday's 21-16 loss to the Browns.
Analysis: Listed as questionable heading into the Week 18 matchup, Uzomah avoided the inactive list but ultimately didn't sit out. The pair of injuries likely weren't at the root of his absence; instead, the Bengals were likely just holding their top tight end as a precautionary measure in advance of the postseason, as was the case for several other key players on offense. Uzomah, who finished the regular season with 49 catches for 493 yards and five touchdowns, should be ready to reclaim a full-time…read more
Published: Wed, Jan 12 at 8:19am by Rotowire.com
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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.
Analysis: 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,…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 9 at 8:53am by Rotowire.com
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Questionable for Week 18
Uzomah (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Browns, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: 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.
Published: Fri, Jan 7 at 1:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Non-participant Thursday
Uzomah (knee/hip) didn't participate in Thursday's practice session, Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: 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.
Published: Thu, Jan 6 at 12:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Bothered by knee, hip
Uzomah didn't practice Wednesday due to knee and hip injuries, Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: The two injuries are seemingly new concerns for Uzomah, who played 90 percent of the Bengals' offensive 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 quarterback instead.
Published: Wed, Jan 5 at 1:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Four catches in win
Uzomah had four catches for 32 yards on six targets in Sunday's 34-31 win over the Chiefs.
Analysis: Uzomah caught three of those passes while the Bengals were in the two-minute drill just before halftime, helping lead them to a field goal. He played 90 percent of the offensive snaps Sunday, but that percentage might be lower Week 18, depending on how much the Bengals choose to use their starters.
Published: Mon, Jan 3 at 4:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Busy in Week 16
Uzomah had five catches for 36 yards on seven targets in the Bengals' Week 16 win over the Ravens.
Analysis: 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 Kansas City, as tight ends have racked up 79 catches for 849 yards against the AFC West squad this year, albeit for only six touchdowns.
Published: Tue, Dec 28 at 2:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Quiet in Week 15 win
Uzomah had three catches on four targets for 18 yards in Sunday's win over the Broncos.
Analysis: It was hard for Uzomah to get any sort of volume with the Bengals limited to just 22 passes all day. However, the tight end had a big day (3-91-2) against the Ravens, Week 16's opponent, when they met previously this season.
Published: Tue, Dec 21 at 3:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Four receptions in loss
Uzomah caught four of six targets for 56 yards during Sunday's 26-23 loss to the 49ers.
Analysis: 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.
Published: Tue, Dec 14 at 1:23pm by Rotowire.com
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Catches three passes in loss
Uzomah secured three of six targets for 20 yards in Sunday's 41-22 loss to the Chargers.
Analysis: 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.
Published: Wed, Dec 8 at 8:45am by Rotowire.com
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Another modest game
Uzomah had three catches for nine yards on three targets in Sunday's win over the Steelers.
Analysis: 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.
Published: Tue, Nov 30 at 10:43am by Rotowire.com
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Two catches against Vegas
Uzomah caught two of three targets for nine yards in Sunday's 32-13 win over the Raiders.
Analysis: 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.
Published: Sun, Nov 21 at 7:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Quiet in Week 9 loss
Uzomah caught four of five targets for 24 yards in Sunday's 41-16 loss to Cleveland.
Analysis: 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.
Published: Sun, Nov 7 at 2:23pm by Rotowire.com
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Regresses in Week 8
Uzomah caught all four of his targets for 33 yards in Sunday's 34-31 loss to the Jets.
Analysis: 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.
Published: Sun, Oct 31 at 3:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Incredible two-score day
Uzomah caught all three targets for 92 yards and two touchdowns in Sunday's 41-17 win over the Ravens.
Analysis: Uzomah celebrated the NFL's National Tight End Day in spectacular fashion, erupting for two scores, highlighted by a 55-yard catch and run. This was the veteran tight end's second game with 90-plus yards and two scores, but he had done little else in the remaining five contests (70 yards and one score over that span). The inconsistency makes Uzomah hard to trust on a weekly basis. That being said, he does receive a decent chunk of playing time, logging at least 71 percent of offensive snaps in…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 24 at 1:52pm by Rotowire.com
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Hits pay dirt in win
Uzomah caught all three of his targets for 15 yards and one touchdown in Sunday's 34-11 win over the Lions.
Analysis: With Sunday's score, Uzomah has now found the end zone three times this season. The 6-foot-6, 260-pound tight end has been a boom-or-bust fantasy option through six games, racking up minimal catches and yards each week outside of his big outing against the Jaguars in Week 4, when he recorded five catches for 95 yards and two touchdowns. Going forward, Uzomah will likely continue to be a touchdown-dependent tight end in an offense flush with talented pass catchers.
Published: Wed, Oct 20 at 4:33am by Rotowire.com
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Quiet in loss
Uzomah caught both of his targets for 16 yards in Sunday's 25-22 overtime loss to the Packers.
Analysis: Uzomah predictably took a big step back statistically following his 95-yard, two touchdown performance in the Week 4 win over Jacksonville. The veteran still operated as the Bengals' clear top tight end Week 5, playing a season-high 84 percent of the offensive snaps. With so many mouths to feed in Cincinnati's offense, Uzomah isn't a bankable fantasy option, even in a favorable matchup Week 6 in Detroit.
Published: Wed, Oct 13 at 2:57am by Rotowire.com
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Breaks out in primetime win
Uzomah secured five of six targets for 95 yards and two touchdowns in the Bengals' 24-21 win over the Jaguars on Thursday night.
Analysis: The veteran tight end surprisingly took on a front-line role in the air attack on the night, delivering with 22- and 31-yard touchdown grabs to spearhead the Bengals' big second-half comeback. Uzomah also notched a critical 25-yard grab in Cincinnati's final drive, with his catch taking the ball down to the Jaguars' 21-yard line and laying the groundwork for Evan McPherson's game-winning 35-yard field goal. Uzomah had only four receptions for 39 yards on five targets coming into Thursday,…read more
Published: Thu, Sep 30 at 9:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Catchless in win
Uzomah failed to record a catch in Sunday's 24-10 win against the Steelers.
Analysis: Uzomah was targeted just once in the contest. While the veteran tight end played on a healthy 70 percent of Cincinnati's offensive snaps, he continues to be an afterthought on a team flush with talented pass catchers. Uzomah can be safely ignored for fantasy purposes going forward unless his involvement in the Bengals' offense drastically changes. Uzomah will look to turn things around Thursday in a Week 4 matchup against the Jaguars.
Published: Tue, Sep 28 at 8:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Quiet in loss
Uzomah secured both of his targets for four yards in Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Bears.
Analysis: Uzomah played 73 percent of the Bengals' offensive snaps in Week 2, but the tight end has not been a big part of the game plan so far this season. The 6-foot-6, 260-pounder is operating as the team's No. 1 tight end, as his teammate Drew Sample only played 38 percent of Cincinnati's offensive snaps without being targeted, but both have mainly been used as blockers. Uzomah will be hard to trust in fantasy lineups this season given a crowded group of pass catchers on the field for the Bengals…read more
Published: Tue, Sep 21 at 10:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Huge catch in overtime
Uzomah had just two catches for 35 yards in Sunday's win over the Vikings, but one of those was on fourth down in overtime, a grab that put the Bengals in position to kick a game-winning field goal.
Analysis: Uzomah had just two targets on 51 snaps, but teammate Drew Sample had zero targets on 35 offensive snaps. With three strong wide receivers at Joe Burrow's disposal and Joe Mixon also involved in the passing game, there's little room for the tight ends to get much action.
Published: Mon, Sep 13 at 11:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Atop Bengals' depth chart
Uzomah is listed ahead of Drew Sample at tight end on the Bengals' depth chart.
Analysis: 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.
Published: Wed, Aug 11 at 11:18am by Rotowire.com
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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.
Analysis: 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.
Published: Wed, Apr 14 at 7:06am by Rotowire.com
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Resumes running
Uzomah (Achilles) posted a video Wednesday on his personal Twitter account featuring him running on a treadmill.
Analysis: 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…read more
Published: Wed, Jan 6 at 8:34am by Rotowire.com
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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.
Analysis: 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.
Published: Wed, Sep 23 at 10:50am by Rotowire.com
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Lands on IR
Uzomah (Achilles) has been placed on IR by the Bengals.
Analysis: 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.
Published: Fri, Sep 18 at 3:26pm by Rotowire.com
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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.
Analysis: 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.
Published: Fri, Sep 18 at 8:27am by Rotowire.com
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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.
Analysis: 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.
Published: Thu, Sep 17 at 8:24pm by Rotowire.com
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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.
Analysis: 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.
Published: Thu, Sep 17 at 8:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Garners five targets in Week 1
Uzomah caught four of five targets for 45 yards in Sunday's 16-13 loss to the Chargers.
Analysis: 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 is the fourth target at best for rookie QB Joe Burrow behind A.J. Green, Tyler Boyd and Joe Mixon, so he's not a very dependable fantasy asset.
Published: Mon, Sep 14 at 2:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Back-to-back touchdown weeks
Uzomah finished the season with a second consecutive strong performance, catching five passes for 25 yards and a touchdown in Week 17 against the Browns. He was on the field for 53 offensive snaps, good for a 77 percent snap share.
Analysis: Uzomah was asked to handle more of the blocking duties between the Bengals' top two tight ends, and with them protecting a lead against the Browns for most of their season finale, he was on the field far more often than Tyler Eifert. Eifert is a free agent this offseason, so it's possible that Uzomah will be free to improve upon his 2019 production, which saw him at 27 catches for 242 yards and two touchdowns.
Published: Mon, Jan 20 at 7:47pm by Rotowire.com
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First 2019 touchdown
Uzomah scored for the first time this season and caught all four of his targets for 37 yards in Sunday's loss to Miami.
Analysis: Uzomah still can't be relied upon to get a steady stream of targets, but the Bengals have gotten better work from their offensive line lately, freeing him up to run more routes.
Published: Tue, Dec 24 at 9:25am by Rotowire.com
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Held to one catch
Uzomah had just one catch for eight yards on two targets in Sunday's loss to the Pats.
Analysis: Third-string tight end Cethan Carter scored his first career TD while Uzomah was barely used, highlighting how far from fantasy value the veteran has become.
Published: Tue, Dec 17 at 10:12am by Rotowire.com
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Minimal offensive action
Uzomah had only one catch for four yards on two targets in Sunday's loss to the Browns.
Analysis: After a rare outburst in the passing game last week, Uzomah retreated back to blocking duties this week, despite being on the field for 45 offensive snaps.
Published: Tue, Dec 10 at 10:11am by Rotowire.com
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Drops sure TD
Uzomah caught five of six targets for 51 yards in Sunday's 22-6 win over the Jets.
Analysis: Uzomah's lone missed connection with Andy Dalton was more memorable than any of his catches, as the tight end dropped what would have been a sure touchdown on a third down in close. Despite that drop, Uzomah still set a season high in catches and recorded his highest yardage total since Week 1. Uzomah still hasn't found the end zone this season.
Published: Sun, Dec 1 at 3:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Shut out again
Uzomah was held without a catch and had just one target in Sunday's loss to the Steelers.
Analysis: About the only hope for Uzomah is that he's on the field more often than Tyler Eifert in terms of snaps, but all too often his role is to block. He's had just one target inside the 10-yard line all season.
Published: Mon, Nov 25 at 7:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Minimal output
Uzomah had two catches for five yards in Sunday's loss to the Raiders.
Analysis: After catching four passes for 66 yards in the season opener, Uzomah hasn't matched that yard total with the rest of his games combined in the ensuing nine games, with just seven catches for 51 yards since then.
Published: Tue, Nov 19 at 6:56am by Rotowire.com
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Draws zero targets
Uzomah played 42 offensive snaps and didn't receive a target in Sunday's 49-13 loss to the Ravens.
Analysis: Rookie signal caller Ryan Finley tossed the ball 30 times but didn't look Uzomah's way. Uzomah's third catchless outing of the year leaves him with just nine receptions for 112 yards and zero touchdowns over nine games this year, and a major chunk of that production came from a four-catch, 66-yard Week 1 performance.
Published: Tue, Nov 12 at 1:32pm by Rotowire.com
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