"Bengals GM Considers Trade Cost for Star WR Tee Higgins After Franchise Tag"

NFL insider Ari Meirov reports that the Cincinnati Bengals could get a first- or early second-round pick for wide receiver Tee Higgins, sparking speculation about potential trade destinations including the Carolina Panthers, Arizona Cardinals, Los Angeles Chargers, New York Giants, and Kansas City Chiefs. The reported trade cost suggests that the Bengals are considering a trade, as financial constraints may make it difficult to retain Higgins, despite his value to the team.