David Chao, MD
2 min read • July 08, 2023
Posted in
This is a preview of our 2023 NFL Preseason Injury Report, which will feature detailed injury info on all 32 teams heading into training camp. Sign up for notifications here to receive more snippets as they are released.
A hip bone bruise cost him four games last season, but the team handled his injury well and kept his long-term health in mind, according to the Pro Football Docs. He is fully healthy entering training camp and looking for a third straight season of 1,000+ yards and at least 9 touchdowns.
Despite several big hits, Higgins avoided concussion and only missed one game with a soft tissue injury last season. The fourth-year wideout has missed just three games in his young career and has no notable issues heading into this season.
Bengals right tackle La’el Collins tore his left ACL, MCL and PCL against the Patriots. Collins underwent surgery in January and is expected to start the season on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list.
Chidobe Awuzie has been one of the best cornerbacks in the NFL since signing with the Bengals. His PFF grade was 83.3 in his first season (2021-22) and 69.9 last year. However, Awuzie tore his right ACL on Halloween night and underwent surgery in November. He has been seen practicing off to the side during OTA and minicamp. Awuzie is expected to play in Week 1.
Williams reportedly requested a trade after the Bengals signed Orlando Brown. However, the team held onto him and Williams is expected to move to right tackle in the absence of Collins for the early part of the season. However, Williams is also recovering from a left knee surgery intended to prevent future knee dislocations. His position switch could increase the risk of reinjury if not handled cautiously.
Sign up for Underdog here for a free $100 deposit match or by clicking the image below. Underdog has daily MLB contests as well as NFL best ball drafts and a higher/lower fantasy contest for all major sports.
Written by David Chao, MD
