The New England Patriots are expected to make a big splash in the upcoming NFL offseason, with plenty of cap space and several team needs to address. One player they’ve been linked to is Tee Higgins, the Cincinnati Bengals’ star wide receiver who will be a free agent.
Adding a top-tier wide receiver to support rookie quarterback Drake Maye will be a key priority. Higgins would be an ideal long-term fit, offering a major boost to New England’s offense. While some believe Higgins may stay with the Bengals, others predict he could leave, and the Patriots are seen as a potential landing spot.
Kristopher Knox of Bleacher Report made a bold prediction, stating that New England and Higgins will likely partner up. He highlights Maye’s potential as a franchise quarterback, despite playing with one of the league’s weakest receiving corps in his rookie season. New head coach Mike Vrabel will likely look to improve things quickly, and signing Higgins would be a great start.
With a projected $125 million in cap space, the Patriots have the financial muscle to win a bidding war for Higgins’ services. After a strong season with the Bengals, where he caught 73 passes for 911 yards and 10 touchdowns in just 12 games, Higgins, at 26 years old, is a perfect fit for the Patriots’ future. Despite sharing the spotlight with Ja’Marr Chase in Cincinnati, Higgins has the potential to be a No. 1 wide receiver.
If this prediction comes true, Higgins could be the key piece that revives the New England passing game, making them a threat again in 2025.
