The Cincinnati Bengals have made a big move to secure their star wide receiver, Tee Higgins, for the upcoming season. The team has informed Higgins that he will be receiving the franchise tag, preventing him from becoming an unrestricted free agent. The offer for Higgins is a lucrative one-year deal, fully guaranteed, worth $21.816 million.
Higgins and the Bengals will have until July 15 to negotiate a multi-year contract, but if he is tagged again in 2025, he could potentially see a 20-percent raise, bringing his earnings to $26.18 million. It is also speculated that in a multi-year deal, Higgins could expect at least $48 million fully guaranteed at signing.
This move comes at a crucial time for the Bengals, as fellow wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase is soon eligible for a major second contract. With both Higgins and Chase being key players in the team’s offense, the question remains whether the Bengals can afford to keep both players over the long haul.
Fans and analysts are eagerly awaiting updates on Higgins’ contract negotiations and the team’s plans for the future. Stay tuned to Heartland Magazine for the latest updates on this developing story.
