C.J. Uzomah left Cincinnati to sign with the New York Jets

C.J. Uzomah, the fan-favorite tight end who just came off an explosive season with the Cincinnati Bengals, has signed with the NY Jets for a 3-year deal.

Reem AbdalazemUpdate: Mar 14th, 2022 21:29 EDT

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One of Cincinnati’s favorite players is saying goodbye to the Bengals as he prepares for a new home with the New York Jets.

Tight end C.J. Uzomah, who won the hearts of Cincinnati’s fans with his charisma, leadership and performance, signed a three-year deal worth $24 million with the New York.

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In his seven years with the Bengals, Uzomah went for 1,591 receiving yards and 13 touchdowns on 163 receptions. Just last season, the 29-year-old caught 49 receptions, five TDs, and 493 yards, for a career high in all three categories.