Just In: WR Tee Higgins Changes Stance on Trade from Cincinnati Bengals
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins shares a powerful message on Instagram amid his holdout
The beginning of the OTAs for the Cincinnati Bengals has been eventful. Of particular note, both Tee Higgins and Ja’Marr Chase, the wide receivers, were absent from the voluntary OTAs.
The situation involving Higgins seems to be more urgent given the structure of their respective contracts. Consequently, Higgins has recently shared a statement on his Instagram that suggests his current position. Check below for further details.
Tee Higgins says he is labeled as “selfish” by others
Earlier today, Tee Higgins posted on Instagram suggesting his current position during his holdout. Here is the specific quote he used as the caption for that post:
“I tell em no, they can’t wait to call me selfish…” -Tee Higgins
Cincinnati Bengals Fans React to Instagram Post
Numerous Bengals supporters have responded to this post. Nonetheless, these fans appear to be standing behind Higgins in his ongoing contract discussions. Here are some of the noteworthy comments in response to Higgins’ post:
“We waitin on you gang… take ya time.”
“20 mil ain’t enough.”
“Go get your contract and start to practice we need a bowl this season teee.”
“Go for 1500 this year.”
“Ah f*ck lol. Hope you don’t leave, but if you do I think most of us understand.”
Progressing with Tee Higgins in the Cincinnati Bengals setup
The Bengals and Tee Higgins have experienced significant developments this offseason. Initially, the Bengals utilized their franchise tag on Higgins, compelling him to stay with the team without a long-term deal for the upcoming season.
Presently, Higgins stands as the sole player from the recent offseason with a franchise tag yet to secure a contract extension. Higgins is slated to earn just below $22 million this season and is slated for free agency in 2025.
However, a recent noteworthy occurrence may have influenced Higgins’ reaction. This pivotal event occurred when Miami Dolphins’ WR Jaylen Waddle signed a substantial three-year contract extension valued at nearly $85 million. Waddle, akin to Higgins, held a comparable position as the #2 wide receiver on his team, forming a potent wide receiver pair.
The sight of another wide receiver receiving a lucrative deal, like Waddle, possibly raises doubts in Higgins’ mind concerning the likelihood of the Bengals offering him a similar extension.
