Breaking News: Bengals Star Wide Receiver Tee Higgins Anticipated to Hit Trade Block Despite Franchise Tag Designation
The recent franchise tag assignment to Tee Higgins by the Cincinnati Bengals has sparked speculation about his future in the 2024 season.
According to ESPN's Dan Graziano, there's a belief among some in the league that the Bengals opted for the franchise tag as a strategic move to potentially facilitate a major trade involving the star wide receiver:
"It's widely speculated, especially among those in Indy, that the Bengals tagged Tee Higgins early with the intention of trading him. With a Ja'Marr Chase extension looming, financial constraints could prevent Cincinnati from retaining both receivers alongside Joe Burrow for much longer."
Standing at 6-foot-4 and weighing 219 pounds, Higgins has formed a formidable pass-catching duo with Ja'Marr Chase since the latter joined the Bengals in 2021. However, with Chase due for a significant contract extension, the Bengals may be forced to make tough decisions regarding their receiving corps.
Despite missing five games in 2023, Higgins managed to accumulate 42 receptions for 656 yards and five touchdowns. His standout season came in 2021, where he recorded 74 catches for 1,091 yards and seven touchdowns.
Higgins' contributions were instrumental in the Bengals' journey to Super Bowl 56 and consecutive AFC title game appearances in 2021 and 2022. Nevertheless, his future with the team remains uncertain, suggesting that his time in Cincinnati may be limited despite his pivotal role in their recent success.
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