Breaks out against Browns

Uzomah caught four of five targets, racking up 49 receiving yards and one touchdown during Sunday's 26-18 loss to the Browns.

Analysis: The fourth-year tight end has established himself as a fixture in the Bengals passing attack over the past month, garnering five or more targets in five of the past six games. Uzomah is highly involved on short to intermediate routes, but he's no downfield threat, carrying a streak of 38 consecutive appearances without exceeding 55 receiving yards (but breaking a seven-game scoreless stretch with his touchdown catch against the Browns on Sunday). In Week 17, he'll be opposing a Steelers defense…read more

Gains 27 yards

Uzomah caught one of five targets for 27 yards during Sunday's 30-14 win over the Raiders.

Analysis: Uzomah tied for the team lead in targets, but he struggled to get on the same page as quarterback Jeff Driskel. His 27 receiving yards were good enough for second among Bengals pass catchers, though that's more of a negative reflection on the current state of the team's offense. Uzomah has topped 40 receiving yards just once in the last eight games and is a middling fantasy option next Sunday even in a favorable matchup with the Browns.

Three catches in Week 14 loss

Uzomah recorded three receptions for 37 yards during Sunday's 26-21 loss to the Chargers.

Analysis: The fourth-year man out of Auburn has been steady but unexplosive all year -- seven times finishing between 30 and 55 receiving yards and never finishing with more than six receptions in a single week. Uzomah has provided a reliable floor for participants in PPR scoring (at least three receptions in five straight games), but with no more than 55 yards in a game and just two touchdowns all season, his upside is severely limited in standard formats. Week 15's matchup make him a start-worthy…read more

Another modest output

Uzomah had five catches for 33 yards in the Bengals' loss to the Broncos on Sunday. He was targeted six times while playing 67 snaps on offense.

Analysis: Uzomah hasn't scored since Week 7 against the Chiefs and has been targeted twice in the red zone since that TD. Even with Tyler Eifert (ankle) and A.J. Green (foot) out, Uzomah hasn't been much of a fantasy force.

Turns 13 targets into 39 yards

Uzomah turned 13 targets into six catches for 39 yards in Sunday's 35-20 loss to the Browns.

Analysis: Uzomah was heavily involved in the offensive game plan, but the tight end was only able to muster an average of three yards per target. Quarterback Andy Dalton exited this one with a thumb injury but backup Jeff Driskel was able to command the offense effectively, so Uzomah's outlook against the Broncos in Week 13 should remain stable regardless of who's under center.

Modest production again

Uzomah had three catches for 41 yards on five targets in the Bengals' loss to the Ravens on Sunday.

Analysis: Even with Tyler Eifert and Tyler Kroft both on IR, Uzomah hasn't had a big-target game in recent memory. In fact, it was unheralded backup Matthew Lengel who caught a touchdown pass in the game rather than Uzomah.

Grabs three passes in loss

Uzomah caught three of four targets for 23 yards during Sunday's 51-14 loss to New Orleans.

Analysis: Uzomah was unable to break away for any big plays as Cincinnati fell behind early and then by a lot Sunday. The fourth-year tight end finds himself in a Bengals offense that is not only without starting tight ends Tyler Eifert (ankle) and Tyler Kroft (foot), but also -- at least for the time being -- star receiver A.J. Green (foot). That means a bigger role for Uzomah, who has been targeted at least four times in three of his past four games, but does bring to question how good that Bengals…read more

Cleared to play Sunday

Uzomah (clavicle) practiced fully Friday, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports. As a result, he does not carry a Week 10 injury designation, per Paul Dehner Jr. of The Cincinnati Enquirer.

Analysis: The tight end's fantasy production has been sporadic, despite Uzomah having taken on an expanded role due to injuries to Tyler Eifert (ankle/IR) and Tyler Kroft (foot). That said, Uzomah's opportunities could pick up Sunday against the Saints, given that the Bengals will also be without top wideout A.J. Green (toe), who has been targeted an average of 9.5 times per game this season.

Another limited practice

Uzomah (clavicle) was listed as a limited participant during Thursday's practice, Jay Morrison of The Athletic reports.

Analysis: Uzomah had also been limited in Wednesday's session, so he should be a good bet to play this weekend against the Saints if he's able to put forth a full session Friday. Assuming his clavicle injury doesn't prove too much of an issue come Sunday, Uzomah will start at tight end and potentially take on increased volume in the passing game with the Bengals likely to lean on a number of players to replace the 9.5 targets per game A.J. Green (toe) has drawn this season. Green is expected to miss at…read more

Logs limited practice

Uzomah (clavicle) logged a limited practice Wednesday, Paul Dehner Jr. of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

Analysis: Uzomah is thus trending toward playing Sunday against the Saints, barring any setbacks over the next few days. The tight end's production has been spotty despite him taking on an expanded role in the wake of injuries to Tyler Eifert (foot) and Tyler Kroft (foot), but if healthy, his opportunities could pick up in Week 10. The Bengals will be without the services of top wideout A.J. Green (toe), who has been targeted 9.5 times per game this season.

Practices Wednesday

Uzomah (shoulder) practiced Wednesday, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: Uzomah may end up being listed as a limited participant, but his presence for the Bengals' first official practice coming out of a bye week bodes well for his chances of playing Sunday against the Saints. His availability would be a boost to the team's passing attack, which will be tasked with making up for the absence of top wideout A.J. Green (foot).

Resting shoulder to prepare for Sunday

Uzomah (shoulder) didn't practice Monday and said he likely will take it easy this week, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: Uzomah doesn't seem to be worried about his availability for Sunday's game against the Saints, as he mentioned that a Week 9 bye helped with the healing process. He could be a big part of the Week 10 game plan with Cincinnati already thin at tight end and now likely without A.J. Green (foot).

Gets past injury scare in win

Uzomah, who failed to come up with any of his four targets during Sunday's 37-34 win over the Buccaneers, was temporarily sidelined by a shoulder injury during the contest, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: The Bengals' one healthy tight end saw that status in peril during the game, when he appeared to have suffered a shoulder injury. Although Uzomah did return to the contest, he finished without any receptions in the high-scoring affair. The 25-year-old had a three-game streak of multiple receptions snapped and will now have a Week 9 bye to rest up before a Week 10 battle against the Saints.

No longer playing special teams

Because Uzomah is the only remaining tight end on the Bengals that began the season on the active roster, he's no longer able to play special teams for them, despite being second on the team in tackles there last season, Geoff Hobson of Bengals.com reports.

Analysis: That's one of the reasons why the team's coaching staff is so excited about new addition Jordan Franks, who will give them another special teams option. While this nugget doesn't register much for fantasy players, at least directly, it does prevent one path for Uzomah to get injured or lose snaps.

Scores second touchdown of 2018

Uzomah hauled in both of his targets for 13 yards and a touchdown Sunday in the Bengals' 45-10 loss to the Chiefs.

Analysis: Uzomah continues to dominate the tight-end snaps for Cincinnati -- he played 57 of a possible 59 in Week 7 -- but he has yet to emerge as much more than a peripheral option in the Cincinnati passing attack. He's been targeted two or fewer times in three of the past four weeks, hindering his upside in games when he's not able to reach the end zone like he did on his four-yard grab in the second quarter. The 25-year-old will at least draw another favorable matchup against a struggling Tampa Bay…read more

Good to go Sunday

Uzomah (shoulder) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Chiefs after logging a full practice Friday.

Analysis: With Tyler Kroft still sidelined by a foot injury and Tyler Eifert (ankle) on injured reserve, Uzomah will handle the overwhelming share of snaps at tight end until further notice. The 25-year-old turned in his most productive game of the season in the Bengals' Week 6 loss to the Steelers, hauling in six of seven targets for 54 yards.

Turns in another limited practice

Uzomah (shoulder) was listed as a limited participant in practice Thursday, Paul Dehner Jr. of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

Analysis: Uzomah's participation level marks no change from Wednesday, but the expectation remains that the tight end will be ready to suit up by the time Sunday's game in Kansas City arrives. He'll continue to have a clear path to the bulk of the snaps at tight end with Tyler Kroft (foot) already ruled out and Tyler Eifert (ankle) on injured reserve.

Limited by shoulder issue

Uzomah was limited at practice Wednesday due to a shoulder issue, Geoff Hobson of the Bengals' official site reports.

Analysis: That he practiced in any capacity Wednesday would seem to suggest that Uzomah will be good to go Sunday night against the Chiefs, but his status will nonetheless be worth monitoring in the coming days. With Tyler Kroft out with a foot injury and Tyler Eifert (ankle) on injured reserve, Uzomah is poised to work as the Bengals' top tight end for the foreseeable future. He's coming off his busiest game of the season in the Week 6 loss to the Steelers, during which he hauled in six of seven targets…read more

Catches six balls in loss

Uzomah caught six of seven targets for 54 yards in Sunday's 28-21 loss to Pittsburgh.

Analysis: Uzomah ranked third on the team in catches, targets and receiving yards. Unsurprisingly, wide receivers A.J. Green and Tyler Boyd finished ahead of the tight end in all three categories. Uzomah and the Bengals will face Tennessee in Week 7.

Catches both Week 5 targets

Uzomah caught both of his targets for 43 yards in Sunday's 27-17 win over Miami.

Analysis: Uzomah outplayed fellow tight end Tyler Kroft (zero catches, one target) in the team's first game without Tyler Eifert, who was placed on IR with an ankle injury. Kroft also got hurt in the game and might not be able to go next week. While Uzomah will benefit from Eifert's absence, don't expect him to match the usual starter's production. He'll face the Steelers at home in Week 6.

Projected to serve as primary tight end

Uzomah is expected to serve as the Bengals' primary tight end in Sunday's game against the Dolphins, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: Though it was Tyler Kroft who acted as the primary replacement for Tyler Eifert for much of 2017 when Eifert required season-ending back surgery, Terrell relays that Uzomah has since passed Kroft up on the depth chart. That development was evident based on the two reserve tight ends' usage in the Week 4 win over the Falcons, during which Eifert exited with a fractured ankle that ultimately required another season-ending procedure. Uzomah logged 51 offensive snaps in that contest to Kroft's 20,…read more

Role could expand with Eifert out

Uzomah caught his lone target for six yards in Sunday's 37-36 win over the Falcons. He was in the game for 51 snaps, as opposed to only 20 for Tyler Kroft.

Analysis: Uzomah wasn't a big part of this win, but he and fellow tight end Tyler Kroft should both play greater roles moving forward after starter Tyler Eifert suffered what could be a season-ending ankle injury. Through four weeks, Uzomah has seven catches (one touchdown). He'll face the Dolphins in Week 5.

Finds end zone Sunday

Uzomah caught both of his targets for 19 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 31-21 loss to the Panthers.

Analysis: Not only did Uzomah find the end zone, he also saw significantly more snaps than second-string tight end Tyler Kroft. Uzomah has been more involved in the passing game than his counterpart, while still ceding targets and snaps to Tyler Eifert. The 25-year-old out of Auburn has six catches for 68 yards and a score through three games.

Outproduces Eifert in Week 2 win

Uzomah secured three of four targets for 45 yards in the Bengals' 34-23 win over the Ravens on Thursday.

Analysis: Although he was outpaced by starter Tyler Eifert by 12 snaps Thursday, Uzomah was the more productive of the two. The fourth-year pro showed some upside as a pass catcher two seasons ago with a 25-234-1 line over 10 games, and with the Bengals looking to preserve the injury-prone Eifert for all 16 games, Uzomah could see his fair share of playing time and targets between the 20s throughout the campaign.

Uzomah had one catch for seven yards on two targets in the Bengals' season finale win over the Ravens.

Analysis: Uzomah had six of his 10 catches over the last three games, including his single touchdown reception. Tyler Eifert will be back, at least for a little while, next season so Uzomah will revert back to the third tight end on the team.