Tee Higgins concussion controversy, explained: Why Bengals WR re-entering concussion protocol is raising eyebrows

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Tee Higgins concussion controversy, explained: Why Bengals WR re-entering concussion protocol is raising eyebrows

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins is back in concussion protocol.

The pass-catcher initially suffered a concussion in Week 12 against the New England Patriots . It caused him to miss Cincinnati's Week 13 game, but he cleared concussion protocol ahead of a Week 14 matchup with the Buffalo Bills .

Higgins had a great game, finishing with 92 yards and two touchdowns on six receptions, but hit the ground hard on two separate occasions. He was evaluated for a concussion in the game after each hit, but was subsequently cleared and returned to the game.

Higgins reportedly experienced symptoms after the game and on Monday morning, which cause