Higgins hauled in 131 yards and three touchdowns against Denver’s vaunted defense, including the overtime score. Even though he’s missed time this season due to injury, Higgins has put more than enough great play on tape this season to justify paying him like one of the best wide receivers in the NFL.

The Cincinnati Bengals kept their playoff hopes alive by the skin of their teeth on Saturday with a dramatic 30–24 overtime win over the Denver Broncos. When Cincinnati needed a hero, it was wide receiver Tee Higgins who stepped up and answered the call.

Wide receiver Tee Higgins is officially listed as active on the Bengals' injury report for their Week 17 soiree with the Denver Broncos. Despite having been a healthy fixture in Cincinnati's lineup for the last month, Higgins was battling several issues involving his knee and ankle.