The franchise tag is a placeholder that could be used for one of three reasons: the Bengals are looking to run it back after missing the playoffs in 2024, they want to buy time to hammer out a long-term extension or they’re considering trading Higgins and don’t want to risk losing him for nothing.

One analyst's trade proposal would reunite Tee Higgins with Trevor Lawrence on the Jaguars while putting Arizona's Tetairoa McMillan in a position to be taken No. 5 in the 2025 NFL draft.

Mike Vrabel and New England Patriots brass descend on Indianapolis this week for an up-close look at prospects and a chance to interview the players the Pats will consider with the No. 4 overall pick. It’s also a chance to mingle with agents before free agency and chat with fellow executives as the trade market picks up.

It's likely Cincinnati places the franchise tag on the wide receiver, but if they don't, would the Patriots be willing to offer him a big contract?

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The post came just hours after Bengals director of player personnel Duke Tobin said that the club wants to complete a long-term deal with Higgins.

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Houston oddly restructured Diggs' deal right after trading for him, allowing him to become a free agent this year. Unfortunately for Diggs, he tore his ACL in Week 8. That injury, coupled with his age (he'll turn 32 in November) makes him a risky signing despite his productive past.