The NFL offseason just got way more interesting for teams in need of a wide receiver.
Tee Higgins, the Cincinnati Bengals wideout who has been the subject of trade talk as he seeks a long-term deal with the franchise, has reportedly requested a trade, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter on Monday.
“Higgins loves Cincinnati and hoped to be with the team long term,” he wrote, “but is disappointed that the team has not had any talks about a long-term contract extension since March 2023. He’s ready to move on to a new home.”
So who should trade for him? Glad you asked. Here are some teams we thought of who could be good fits:
1
Kansas City Chiefs
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Any trade rumor involving a wide receiver should start with the Chiefs — Rashee Rice looked good last season, but it’s clear another wideout would help Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce significantly.
2
Los Angeles Chargers
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It’s possible that Keenan Allen and Mike Williams may not come back, and Quentin Johnston didn’t look great in his rookie year. Jim Harbaugh is going to want some help at the position, so why not deal for a top-level talent like Higgins?
3
Atlanta Falcons
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Is Drake London a No. 1? Does Kyle Pitts need help? And is whoever they have at QB next season — Kirk Cousins or a rookie — going to have enough weapons? I’d say a trade for Higgins answers a lot of those queries.
4
Chicago Bears
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DJ Moore is good and all, but the Bears are going to need more WR help, especially if they end up with Caleb Williams at QB.
5
Arizona Cardinals
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The Cards need a No. 1 wideout, even if they pick up a receiver with their top-five pick in the draft.
