For the first time since 2007, the Cincinnati Bengals are sending not one, but two wide receivers to the Pro Bowl - and it’s a duo that’s been turning heads all season long. Tee Higgins has officially been named to the 2026 Pro Bowl, joining teammate Ja’Marr Chase and replacing Ravens rookie standout Zay Flowers.
Higgins may have missed a pair of games this year, but when he was on the field, he made every snap count. He finished the regular season tied for second in the league in receiving touchdowns with 11 - a testament to his red zone dominance and chemistry with Joe Burrow, even in a season where the Bengals’ franchise quarterback wasn’t at full strength.
This Pro Bowl nod marks a significant milestone for the Bengals franchise. It’s been 19 years since Cincinnati last had two wideouts named to the Pro Bowl in the same season - back when Chad Johnson and T.J.
Houshmandzadeh were lighting up secondaries in 2007. Now, Chase and Higgins have etched their names into that same rare company, and it’s not hard to see why.
Higgins and Chase have developed into one of the most dangerous receiver tandems in the NFL. Chase brings the explosive playmaking and elite route running, while Higgins offers size, body control, and a knack for winning contested catches.
Together, they stretch defenses vertically and make life miserable for opposing secondaries. And when Burrow is healthy - which, unfortunately, wasn’t the case for much of this season - the full potential of this offense is something few teams are equipped to handle.
Higgins kept his reaction to the Pro Bowl news short and sweet, posting a prayer hands emoji on social media. It’s a subtle nod of appreciation, but it speaks volumes. For a player who’s battled through injuries and still produced at a Pro Bowl level, the recognition is well-earned.
While the Pro Bowl itself has evolved - and not always in ways fans appreciate - the honor still carries weight, especially among players. It's a reflection of the respect Higgins commands across the league, and a reminder of just how impactful he’s been, even in a season where the Bengals never quite hit their stride due to injuries.
Looking ahead, if Cincinnati can keep this core intact and get a fully healthy Burrow back under center, Higgins and Chase could be headed for even bigger things. For now, though, both receivers will represent the Bengals in the Pro Bowl - a well-deserved spotlight for one of the league’s most electrifying duos.