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Bengals Rule Out Mike Gesicki for Steelers Game With Pectoral Injury

The Bengals could be down two tight ends with Tanner Hudson in concussion protocol.

Overview

  • Head coach Zac Taylor said Gesicki will miss Thursday night and be out "for a while" after injuring his pec in Sunday's loss at Green Bay.
  • Gesicki played two snaps before exiting against the Packers and has eight receptions for 61 yards this season.
  • Taylor labeled defensive end Trey Hendrickson day-to-day following a back injury, and NFL Network reported a positive MRI result.
  • Right tackle Amarius Mims is expected to be available for the Steelers game, according to Taylor.
  • Rookie edge rusher Shemar Stewart is trending toward a return as Taylor expressed optimism, though he has not played since a Week 2 ankle injury.