Cincinnati Bengals injury report Week 13: Latest on Tee Higgins, Charlie Jones, Sheldon Rankins and more

The Cincinnati Bengals (4-7) are having a yo-yo season of sorts. The franchise is a few wins away from genuine postseason contention but has lately had issues closing out games. Hence, their Week 13 game against the Pittsburgh Steelers will either make or break their postseason chances.

Ahead of the game, let's take a look at some players on the Cincinnati Bengals' injury report.

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Cincinnati Bengals' injury report

Tee Higgins' injury update

According to Yahoo Sports, Tee Higgins goes into Sunday's game without an injury designation. The veteran wide receiver started the week on the injury report due to having a "rest" designation.

However, Higgins logged in three consecutive limited participant designations during this week's practice. Hence, he'll likely be ready to play against the Pittsburgh Steelers, barring any unfortunate occurrences.

Charlie Jones' injury update

According to CBS Sports, Charlie Jones is doubtful about being featured on Sunday. The wide receiver is dealing with a groin issue in the lead-up to the game against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Jones practiced in a limited capacity on Wednesday and Thursday, but he missed the entirety of Friday's session because of a groin injury. He'll now likely sit out Sunday's game while the Bengals shuffle the pack for kick return duties.

Sheldon Rankins' injury update

According to CBS Sports, Sheldon Rankins will not play in Sunday's game against the Steelers due to illness. The defensive tackle missed every training session this week because of the illness, so there's no way he'd be able to suit up on Sunday.

Rankins missed his side's Week 11 game due to an undisclosed illness. Unfortunately, the bye week in Week 12 hasn't been enough for him to recover sufficiently to play in Week 13. Expect Kris Jenkins, McKinnley Jackson and Jay Tufele to see increased roles on defense.

Logan Wilson's injury update

According to CBS Sports, Logan Wilson is questionable to play against the Steelers. The linebacker has been dealing with a knee injury in the lead-up to Week 13.

Wilson did not practice throughout the week, but the Cincinnati Bengals are still hoping he will play in Week 13. If he's unable to suit up, Joe Bachie could take his spot in the starting lineup.