C.J. Uzomah returns to Bengals to retire and reflects on unique stats
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 10:30 AM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026

C.J. Uzomah officially returned to the Cincinnati Bengals to retire from football. Uzomah, a fan favorite, previously played for the Bengals before joining the New York Jets after the 2021 season. He holds a unique stat as he caught both Andy Dalton's last touchdown pass and Joe Burrow's first, both against the Cleveland Browns. The notable connections highlight Uzomah’s contributions to the team during his tenure. He will serve as the ‘Ruler of the Jungle’ during the Bengals' Week 4 matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
- •C.J. Uzomah retires officially with the Bengals.
- •He caught Dalton's last and Burrow's first touchdown passes.
- •Both touchdown passes occurred against the Browns.
- •Uzomah will participate in the Bengals' Week 4 game as 'Ruler of the Jungle'.
- •He left the Bengals to join the New York Jets after the 2021 season.
- 10:30 AMYahoo Sports — C.J. Uzomah holds an interesting stat in Bengals history
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