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'It's a killer when you get nicked like that': Season-ending injury tough for C.J. Uzomah, Bengals

The 2020 season was shaping up to be a breakout year for Cincinnati Bengals tight end C.J. Uzomah. Entering into his sixth season, Uzomah was stepping into a leadership role and had a firm grasp of the team’s top tight end spot. Unfortunately, there’s a harsh and gutting reality about football – injuries are a part of the game.

Bengals coach Zac Taylor confirmed on Friday that Uzomah sustained a season-ending torn Achilles during the fourth quarter of the team’s 35-30 loss to the Cleveland Browns in Week 2.

“Yeah, he tore his Achilles and he’ll be out for the year.