Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins is having a standout season despite the team's struggles, averaging a career-high 79.7 receiving yards per game and catching five touchdowns. Higgins, who has faced criticism regarding his injuries and contract situation, plans to accept the franchise tag and focus on his performance. With key teammates like Joe Burrow and Ja'Marr Chase also in line for significant contracts, the Bengals face tough decisions in retaining Higgins as a top free agent in 2025.
- Tee Higgins is having his best season despite the Bengals' overall struggles.
- Higgins plans to accept the franchise tag and focus on his performance.
- The Bengals may struggle to keep Higgins due to salary cap constraints with other key players.
Tee Higgins | WR
Breakout
Injury
Week 13
7 receptions
7 targets
77 rec yards
1 rec TDs
- Averaging a career-high 79.7 receiving yards per game.
- Caught five touchdowns this season, with a streak of touchdowns in the last three games.
- Faced criticism over injuries but is focused on performance.
Cincinnati Bengals
- Struggling with a 4-8 record this season.
- Facing potential salary cap issues with multiple key players needing contracts.
- Need to find ways to retain Higgins while managing other contracts.