Chad Johnson tells Cincinnati Bengals perfect Tee Higgins successor amid trade rumours
The Cincinnati Bengals have received advice to scout for a suitable replacement for Tee Higgins amidst escalating trade discussions. Former team member Chad Johnson suggested Odell Beckham Jr as a potential candidate to fill the void.
Despite the Bengals placing a franchise tag on Tee Higgins, speculation persists about his possible departure from Paycor Stadium before the 2024 season commences. Reports indicate that the 25-year-old has expressed interest in a trade, yet the Bengals remain steadfast in their intention to retain him, at least for the time being.
However, there are murmurs suggesting Higgins could still depart Cincinnati, with teams like the New England Patriots reportedly expressing interest, possibly offering a Day Two pick in the upcoming NFL Draft to secure his services, as mentioned by Jeremy Fowler from ESPN.
Amidst uncertainty regarding Higgins’ future, discussions have already begun about potential replacements. One voice in this discourse is Chad Johnson, also known as “Ochocinco,” drawing on his experience with both the Bengals and the Patriots. Johnson advocates for acquiring Odell Beckham Jr as Higgins’ successor, citing Beckham’s impressive track record, including his stint with the Baltimore Ravens in 2023.
Johnson made his case during “The Nightcap Show,” inviting Beckham to join the Bengals and play alongside quarterback Joe Burrow, even extending a direct invitation for Beckham to contact him. Despite Johnson’s forward-looking stance, the official stance from Cincinnati is firm in their desire to retain Higgins, with Bengals’ Duke Tobin emphasizing their commitment to keeping him.
Zac Taylor, the Bengals’ coach, echoed Tobin’s sentiments, emphasizing their high regard for Higgins and expressing a desire to maintain their relationship with him through the offseason. Tobin further emphasized the team’s continual evaluation of players and their long-term plans, likening it to a perpetual puzzle of fitting pieces together while others are taken out.
