The Cincinnati Bengals have ruled out Joe Mixon against the Chicago Bears in Week 14. This was the expected move after Mixon missed all three practices this week.
Joe Mixon injury update: How to handle Bengals RB vs. Bears
The Bears’ defense is very vulnerable, but Joe Mixon won’t get a chance to take advantage.
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The rookie running back suffered a concussion in Monday’s loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers, a game where he was shining before leaving the game. He had gained 34 yards on just seven carries before exiting late in the second quarter.
That came after a career-high 114 rushing yards to go with one score in a Week 13 win over the Cleveland Browns. This is a bad break for Mixon, as the Bears’ defense is very depleted going into Sunday’s matchup.
And with how tricky concussions can be, there is no certainty Mixon returns for Week 15 at Minnesota.
Fantasy Advice: With Mixon out, the Bengals will rely heavily on Giovani Bernard against a Bears defense that should be without Pernell McPhee, Adrian Amos, and Eddie Goldman. Bernard is a worthy flex play this week.
