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  • Drew Sample
  • TE #89
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vs. CLE: #6 vs opposing TE - 9.41 FPA
Bye Week10Rank103% Rostered-% Change-WK 13 Pts0.00WK 14 Proj. Pts0.00
2022 Fantasy Stats
   PassingRushingReceivingRetMiscFumFantasy
WkOppResultsYdsTDIntYdsTDRecYdsTDTDFumTD2PTLostPts
1PIT
Loss, 20-23
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2@DAL
Loss, 17-20
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3@NYJ
Win, 27-12
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4MIA
Win, 27-15
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5@BAL
Loss, 17-19
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6@NO
Win, 30-26
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7ATL
Win, 35-17
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8@CLE
Loss, 13-32
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9CAR
Win, 42-21
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10Bye  ------------0.00
11@PIT
Win, 37-30
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12@TEN
Win, 20-16
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13KC
Win, 27-24
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14CLE
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
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15@TB
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
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16@NE
Sat 10:00 amGet Tickets
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17BUF
Mon 5:30 pmGet Tickets
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18BAL
TBDGet Tickets
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2022 Fantasy Stats
  RushingReceivingFumFantasy
WkOppYdsTDYdsTDLostPts
1PIT,
L 20-23
--2--1.20
2@DAL,
L 17-20
---4--0.60
3@NYJ,
W 27-12
-----0.00
4MIA,
W 27-15
-----0.00
5@BAL,
L 17-19
-----0.00
6@NO,
W 30-26
-----0.00
7ATL,
W 35-17
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8@CLE,
L 13-32
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9CAR,
W 42-21
-----0.00
10Bye-----0.00
11@PIT,
W 37-30
-----0.00
12@TEN,
W 20-16
-----0.00
13KC,
W 27-24
-----0.00
14CLE,
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
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15@TB,
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
-----0.00
16@NE,
Sat 10:00 amGet Tickets
-----0.00
17BUF,
Mon 5:30 pmGet Tickets
-----0.00
18BAL,
TBDGet Tickets
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News

  • Placed on IR

    Sample (knee) was placed on injured reserve Monday, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: As expected, Sample will likely miss the remainder of the season after suffering damage to his MCL and PCL in his right knee Sept. 18 versus the Cowboys. The 26-year-old has a chance to return in early December, though that seems unlikely. Mitchell Wilcox will replace Sample as the top reserve option behind Hayden Hurst at tight end for the time being.

    Published: Mon, Oct 3 at 7:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Headed to IR

    Head coach Zac Taylor said the Bengals will place Sample (knee) on injured reserve in the next couple of days, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Sample underwent surgery on his right knee following the team's Week 2 loss to the Cowboys. His return timetable is unclear, but it's possible he'll miss the entire campaign after initial tests revealed damage to his MCL and PCL, per Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com. In Sample's absence, Mitchell Wilcox has stepped up as the Bengals' top backup tight end behind Hayden Hurst.

    Published: Fri, Sep 30 at 9:00am by Rotowire.com
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  • Could be out for season

    Sample will likely be forced to miss the remainder of the 2022 season due to MCL and PCL damage in his right knee, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Bengals coach Zac Taylor said Tuesday that Sample is set to undergo surgery following a right knee injury suffered during Sunday's loss to the Cowboys. While the tight end was initially expected to be sidelined for at least a few months, it now appears that he will sit out the rest of the year after initial tests revealed damage to his MCL and PCL, according to Fowler. Sample recorded 11 catches for 81 yards while playing 440 offensive snaps last season, and he will now look to work his way…read more

    Published: Wed, Sep 21 at 6:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Out for months following surgery

    Coach Zac Taylor said Tuesday that Sample (knee) will have surgery soon and will be out a few months, Marisa Contipelli of the Bengals' official site reports.

    Analysis: Sample suffered the right knee injury during Sunday's Week 2 matchup against the Cowboys. He'll likely head to IR, leaving the Bengals with only two healthy tight ends -- Hayden Hurst and Mitchell Wilcox. Devin Asiasi (quadriceps) has yet to suit up this year, and it's unclear when he'll make his season debut.

    Published: Wed, Sep 21 at 10:15am by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't return Sunday

    Sample has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Cowboys due to a right knee injury.

    Analysis: Sample hauled in his lone target for minus-4 yards to begin Sunday's matchup, but he sustained a knee injury in the second quarter and was unable to return. It's not yet clear whether he'll be available for the Bengals' Week 3 matchup against the Jets next Sunday.

    Published: Sun, Sep 18 at 2:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Full participant Wednesday

    Sample (ankle) was a full participant during Wednesday's practice.

    Analysis: Sample had to be carted off the field after suffering a knee injury at the beginning of August, but the details of the issue were never released. The 2019 second-round pick missed the entire preseason, but he appears to be full go ahead of Week 1. If available Sunday, Sample is projected to be the primary backup behind newcomer Hayden Hurst to start the 2022 campaign.

    Published: Wed, Sep 7 at 1:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to practice Wednesday

    Sample (knee) returned to practice Wednesday, Paul Dehner and Jay Morrison of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Sample had to be carted off the practice field after suffering a knee injury at the beginning of August, but the details of the issue were never released. He was spotted with a brace and crutches later in the week, and Bengals head coach Zac Taylor said he'd be sidelined for a couple of weeks. The 2019 second-round pick sat out the entire preseason, but he appears to be ramping up after garnering pads for the first time since the initial injury. If healthy, Sample is expected to be the primary…read more

    Published: Fri, Sep 2 at 11:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Wearing brace after knee injury

    Sample sported a brace on his leg and was walking with a crutch Friday after being carted off the field due to a knee injury in Thursday's practice, Kelsey Conway of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. Ben Baby of ESPN adds that coach Zac Taylor expects Sample to miss a couple weeks as a result of the injury.

    Analysis: Sample's left leg injury has been specified as a knee injury. Taylor's prognosis rules Sample out for the Aug. 12 preseason opener, but it's possible Sample could be healthy enough to play in the second preseason game against the Giants on Aug. 21.

    Published: Fri, Aug 5 at 9:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Departs practice early

    Sample was carted off the Bengals' practice field Thursday after having his left leg evaluated by the team's training staff, Marisa Contipelli of the Bengals' official site reports.

    Analysis: It's unclear what was ailing Sample's left leg, but it was apparently significant enough for him to leave practice early. The 26-year-old tight end was relegated to a relatively minor receiving role while playing behind starter C.J. Uzomah for Cincinnati last year, totaling just 11 catches for 81 yards on 15 targets. Sample figures to once again serve as the team's No. 2 tight end behind Hayden Hurst, who joined the Bengals on a one-year deal in March.

    Published: Thu, Aug 4 at 1:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Offensive role dries up

    Sample secured 11 of 15 targets for 81 yards across 17 appearances in 2021.

    Analysis: Sample was targeted 53 times across 16 regular-season appearances in 2020, but the third year of his NFL career has seen him take a clear back seat to C.J. Uzomah. The 2019 second-round pick has one more year on his rookie deal with Cincinnati, but his opportunities on offense could be slim again in the 2022 campaign.

    Published: Mon, Jan 17 at 9:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Good to go Sunday

    Sample (foot) does not have an injury designation heading into Sunday's game against Baltimore, per Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic.

    Analysis: Sample did not practice Wednesday and was a limited participant Thursday, but he was able to return to a full session Friday. He'll take on his usual role as the Bengals' No. 2 tight end behind C.J. Uzomah on Sunday.

    Published: Fri, Dec 24 at 12:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Doesn't participate in practice

    Sample didn't participate in Wednesday's practice session due to a foot injury, Jay Morrison of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Sample secured his lone target for two yards in Sunday's win over Denver, and he apparently sustained a foot injury in the contest. It's not yet clear whether the injury will prevent him from suiting up Sunday against the Ravens.

    Published: Wed, Dec 22 at 1:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Catches only target in loss

    Sample caught his only target for 14 yards during Sunday's 26-23 overtime loss to the 49ers.

    Analysis: Sample was on the field for 18 of the Bengals' 67 offensive snaps, while starting tight end C.J. Uzomah played 58 snaps. The 25-year-old has just seven catches on the season and typically serves as a blocker when he is on the field. Sample offers little fantasy value as a No. 2 tight end on a team with numerous pass-catching options.

    Published: Tue, Dec 14 at 1:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not targeted in loss

    Sample failed to draw a single target in Sunday's 41-22 loss to the Chargers.

    Analysis: Sample was on the field for 26 of the Bengals' 76 offensive snaps in the contest, while starting tight end C.J. Uzomah played 66 snaps. Sample offers little fantasy value as a No. 2 tight end, as the 25-year-old typically serves as the blocker on the rare occasions he's on the field.

    Published: Wed, Dec 8 at 7:13am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not targeted in win

    Sample failed to draw a target in Sunday's 41-10 win over the Steelers.

    Analysis: Sample played 39 of the Bengals' 68 offensive snaps, just six fewer than starting tight end C.J. Uzomah. The 25-year-old usually isn't a big part of the Cincinnati passing attack even in competitive contests or in games when the Bengals are in catchup mode, but Sample's involvement was even more muted than normal with quarterback Joe Burrow attempting just 24 passes -- his second-fewest of the season -- in the blowout win. Instead, Joe Mixon and the running game was the focal point of the…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 1 at 2:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • Most productive outing of season

    Sample logged three receptions for 36 yards on three targets Sunday in the Bengals' 41-16 loss to the Browns.

    Analysis: After falling behind by two touchdowns at halftime and by 24 points after three quarters, the Bengals were forced to abandon the run. As a result, Sample and fellow tight end C.J. Uzomah (five targets) had fewer blocking responsibilities and were more involved as route runners than usual. The four targets were a season-high total for Sample, who hadn't drawn a look in the passing game in either of the Bengals' prior two contests.

    Published: Wed, Nov 10 at 7:53am by Rotowire.com
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  • Catches two passes

    Sample secured two of four targets for nine yards in Sunday's 25-22 loss to the Packers.

    Analysis: Sample saw his first targets of the season Week 5, after going without a look on any of his 103 offensive snaps through the first four games. The 25-year-old logged 21 of the 67 offensive snaps Sunday, ranking a distant second at the position behind No. 1 tight end C.J. Uzomah (56). Sample is irrelevant for fantasy purposes, but an injury to Uzomah would clear a path to more opportunities within the offense.

    Published: Wed, Oct 13 at 3:06am by Rotowire.com
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  • Behind Uzomah on depth chart

    Sample enters the season behind C.J. Uzomah on the Bengals' initial depth chart.

    Analysis: Last season in the only game in which Uzomah was healthy, Sample saw action on 24 offensive snaps and received just one target. The Bengals run with an "11" formation as much as anyone in the NFL, so it's possible that Sample's workload will mirror what happened in Week 1 last season more than the workload he received after Uzomah got hurt.

    Published: Sun, Sep 12 at 5:30am by Rotowire.com
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  • Shows improvement in second year

    Sample finished the 2020 season with 40 catches for 349 yards and his first NFL touchdown.

    Analysis: While Sample won't be drawing comparisons to Travis Kelce anytime soon, the 2019 second-round pick from the University of Washington did make important strides, taking advantage of the playing time resulting from C.J. Uzomah's season-ending injury.

    Published: Wed, Jan 13 at 11:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Notches first career TD

    Sample caught an eight-yard touchdown pass in Sunday's 37-31 win over the Texans.

    Analysis: The 2019 second-round pick has produced some notable games this season with C.J. Uzomah (Achilles) out of the picture, but this was his first trip to the end zone. Sample has now produced a 38-334-1 line on 50 targets this season.

    Published: Mon, Dec 28 at 12:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Three catches in losing effort

    Sample had three catches for 21 yards on four targets in Sunday's loss to the Cowboys.

    Analysis: Sample's activity has picked up the last four weeks, as he's had four or more targets each of those games, but that hasn't translated into that much production. He still doesn't have a touchdown this season, and his highest yardage total in a game has been 52 yards.

    Published: Mon, Dec 14 at 8:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Elevated role in loss

    Sample secured all seven targets for 49 yards in the Bengals' 19-7 loss to the Dolphins on Sunday.

    Analysis: Sample surprisingly tied Tee Higgins for the team lead in targets while setting the pace in receptions, with slot receiver Tyler Boyd's first-half ejection likely playing a pivotal part in the tight end's elevated role. Sample has had numerous solid efforts during his second season, but Sunday's catch tally tied a career high, while his target total checked in as his second highest of the season. His production is likely to continue fluctuating week to week, but he could enjoy relatively robust…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 2:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Giving away free Samples

    Sample caught four passes for 40 yards on five targets, but also coughed up a critical fumble in Sunday's loss to the Giants.

    Analysis: The fumble came in the fourth quarter deep in Bengals territory and ultimately led to the Giants' final field goal, one that would provide their margin of victory in the 19-17 game. The target and catch volume were Sample's highest since Week 7 however, and suggest he'll remain a bigger option in the passing game with Brandon Allen under center instead of Joe Burrow (knee).

    Published: Mon, Nov 30 at 10:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another small Sample

    Sample had two catches for 29 yards on four targets in Sunday's loss to the Football Team.

    Analysis: Sample remains without an NFL touchdown through the first 19 games of his career. He didn't add much in the blocking aspect of the game either - he was the lowest rated offensive regular using Pro Football Focus's ratings, Jay Morrison of The Athletic reports.

    Published: Mon, Nov 23 at 10:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Minimal activity

    Sample had just one catch on two targets for nine yards in Sunday's loss to the Steelers.

    Analysis: That's two consecutive games where Sample has been nearly invisible on offense, despite playing 57 snaps. Sample has yet to score this season, and outside of two games against Cleveland, he has had eight catches in the remaining seven Bengals games this year.

    Published: Mon, Nov 16 at 6:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Plays nearly every snap

    Sample had five catches for 52 yards on six targets in Sunday's loss to the Browns, playing 73 offensive snaps, good for a 97 percent snap share.

    Analysis: Sample is getting a good workload with C.J. Uzomah (Achilles) done for the year, but he hasn't yet scored this season despite eight red-zone targets, including three inside the 10 yard-line. Sample's not going to be a top-five tight end any time soon, but he's pretty close to breaking his season projection only halfway through the campaign.

    Published: Tue, Oct 27 at 12:11am by Rotowire.com
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  • First catchless game of 2020

    Sample didn't catch his lone target in Sunday's 31-27 loss to the Colts.

    Analysis: Sample has largely underwhelmed since C.J. Uzomah (Achilles) was ruled out for the season, as he's posted a 6-70-0 line while getting targeted just nine times over the last four games. He's getting plenty of playing time, recording at least a 75 percent snap share in each contest. The 2019 second-round pick's not dependable in redraft fantasy leagues, but he'll be a valuable DFS option if he happens to fall into the end zone.

    Published: Tue, Oct 20 at 12:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Only two targets

    Sample caught both of his targets Sunday against the Ravens, netting 22 yards.

    Analysis: The Bengals next face the Colts, who allowed 10 targets and five catches to Austin Hooper in Week 5, so Sample might have a bigger role Week 6.

    Published: Mon, Oct 12 at 8:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Very active day

    Sample had three catches for 47 yards on five targets in the Bengals' win over Jacksonville on Sunday. He also was the targeted receiver on Joe Burrow's lone interception, a play in the end zone where Jaguars linebacker Myles Jack outfought Sample for the ball after it initially ricocheted off of Sample's facemask.

    Analysis: Sample was on the field for 64 offensive plays (85 percent), more than any of the other Bengals running backs, wide receivers or fellow tight end Cethan Carter. Despite the end-zone miscue, he's becoming more than just a blocking or check-down tight end for Burrow.

    Published: Mon, Oct 5 at 1:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Permanent role

    With C.J. Uzomah out for the season, Sample is in line for a permanent role at tight end with the Bengals, sharing the snaps with Cethan Carter and Mason Schreck.

    Analysis: It was a bit of a surprise that the Bengals took Sample in the second round last season, especially as he had little in the way of receiving history at the University of Washington. Now with Uzomah out, Sample has been thrust into a prominent role as a check-down option for Joe Burrow beginning with a matchup against the Eagles, which just gave up three touchdowns to the Rams' Tyler Higbee last week.

    Published: Mon, Sep 21 at 3:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Co-team-high catch total in loss

    Sample secured seven of 10 targets for 45 yards in the Bengals' 35-30 loss to the Browns on Thursday.

    Analysis: The 2019 second-round pick's role in the passing game quickly become more prominent upon C.J. Uzomah's Achilles injury in the fourth quarter. Sample caught several short passes down the stretch as Joe Burrow checked down underneath against the Browns' nickel and dime defenses, and he was able to make good uses of his opportunities overall. The University of Washington product saw his rookie season cut short due to a Week 10 ankle injury, but if Uzomah's injury is deemed to be a long-term one,…read more

    Published: Thu, Sep 17 at 9:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Clean bill of health

    Sample (ankle) is healthy and ready to go for 2020, James Rapien of Sports Illustrated reports.

    Analysis: Sample's rookie season with the Bengals was cut short after he suffered a high-ankle sprain in Week 10, but prior to that he had accrued just 30 yards on five receptions. The 24-year-old was selected by Cincinnati in the second round of the 2019 NFL Draft. Despite playing a limited role on offense last season, Tyler Eifert's departure for Jacksonville could open up an expanded role in 2020. Sample will presumably compete with C.J. Uzomah for playing time and targets.

    Published: Tue, Jun 23 at 5:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ticketed for expanded role

    The Bengals expect Sample (ankle) to handle a larger role in 2020, Paul Dehner of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: The 2019 second-round pick operated as the Bengals' No. 3 tight end during his rookie season, recording five catches on 108 offensive snaps in nine games before a high-ankle sprain sent him to injured reserve. He'll now have a chance to take on some of the work that previously went to Tyler Eifert, who saw 63 targets last season before signing with the Jaguars in March. C.J. Uzomah is also a candidate to handle some of those snaps and targets, and he'll likely line up as the No. 1 tight end…read more

    Published: Wed, Apr 8 at 7:00am by Rotowire.com
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  • Lands on IR

    Sample (ankle) was placed on injured reserve by the Bengals on Saturday, Tyler Dragon of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

    Analysis: Sample suffered a high-ankle sprain Nov. 11 in a matchup with the Ravens. The severity of the injury will keep him out for the remainder of the year. Drafted in the second round, the rookie tight end will finish his season with five receptions for 30 yards in nine games.

    Published: Sat, Dec 7 at 10:43am by Rotowire.com
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  • Ruled out again

    Sample (ankle) is ruled out for Sunday's tilt against the Browns, Tyler Dragon of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

    Analysis: Sample is set to miss a fourth straight game due to his lingering right ankle injury. The Bengals will roll with Tyler Eifert, C.J. Uzomah, Mason Schreck and Cethan Carter at the tight end position in Cleveland on Sunday.

    Published: Fri, Dec 6 at 10:49am by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains out Week 13

    Sample (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Jets, Jay Morrison of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Sample will miss his third straight game since suffering the right ankle injury Week 10 against the Ravens. Tyler Eifert and C.J. Uzomah are the team's only healthy tight ends since Cethan Carter (concussion) also has been ruled out.

    Published: Fri, Nov 29 at 10:44am by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with serious ankle issue

    Sample has a high-ankle sprain, and he's considered a candidate for IR, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Sample will undergo additional testing to determine a timeline for his return, but the winless Bengals may opt to shut down their rookie second-rounder to avoid him unnecessarily aggravating the injury. The nature of the injury will keep him out at least through Week 11's matchup against the Raiders. Cethan Carter will work as the No. 3 tight end in Sample's place.

    Published: Tue, Nov 12 at 12:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sports walking boot

    Sample wore a boot on his right foot after injuring his ankle during Sunday's loss to the Ravens, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Sample didn't return after sustaining this injury Sunday, and his status is uncertain for Week 11's matchup against the Raiders. We'll know more when the Bengals release their first official injury report following Wednesday's practice. Sample has five catches for 30 yards this year, and Cethan Carter would bump into the No. 3 role if Sample's unable to play.

    Published: Mon, Nov 11 at 11:40am by Rotowire.com
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  • Injures ankle Sunday

    Sample was forced out of Sunday's game against the Ravens with an ankle injury, Jay Morrison of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Sample hauled in a three-yard pass before exiting the contest. If he's unable to return, Cethan Carter could see an increase in duties behind Tyler Eifert and C.J. Uzomah.

    Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 11:16am by Rotowire.com
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