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An at-a-glance guide to the 2026 NFL offseason: Lions and league officials will monitor key dates from Shrine and Senior Bowls, through the franchise/transition-tag windows (Feb 17–Mar 3) and the scouting combine (Feb 23–Mar 2), to the March 11 league-year start that ushers in unrestricted free agency, the trading period, and option/tender deadlines, then the NFL Draft on April 23–25 in Pittsburgh and subsequent rookie minicamp windows.
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones claimed he has offered more money to Micah Parsons than anyone else, but this is misleading since Parsons has never been a free agent and is under franchise tags, making it impossible for other teams to offer him more. Jones's comments highlight his direct negotiation style and his intent to keep Parsons through franchise tags.
Tee Higgins is likely entering his final year with the Cincinnati Bengals in 2024, as the team has historically not retained players beyond their franchise tag year. With Ja'Marr Chase also due for a new contract, it's improbable the Bengals will allocate significant cap space to Higgins in 2025.
Bengals receiver Tee Higgins will play the 2024 season under the franchise tag, guaranteeing him $21.816 million, as the deadline for a long-term deal passed. Higgins, who had a challenging 2023 season due to injuries, is set to become a free agent in 2025.
Wide receiver Tee Higgins is not expected to sign a long-term deal with the Cincinnati Bengals before Monday's deadline, meaning he will play the upcoming season under the franchise tag and could become a free agent after the 2024 season.
Tee Higgins, currently under the franchise tag with the Cincinnati Bengals, has expressed a desire for a long-term deal but also wants to stay with the team. Despite the Bengals' history of not signing franchise-tagged players to long-term contracts, Higgins can still collect his $21.8 million tender if he shows up before the regular season starts. The situation remains uncertain as the July 15 deadline for a long-term contract approaches.
Bengals receiver Tee Higgins is likely to play under the franchise tag this year, as he doesn't expect to be traded and a long-term deal seems unlikely. The Bengals have a history of keeping tagged players for one year and then letting them go. Higgins is set to make $21.8 million this year, which compares favorably to high-end receiver salaries. Absent a long-term deal, he will make good money for a year and then become a free agent, with a likely ticket to the open market in 2025. Given the financial landscape and the presence of receiver Ja'Marr Chase, it seems Higgins is accepting of this situation.
Bengals receiver Tee Higgins, who had previously requested a trade, now anticipates playing for Cincinnati next season, expressing his love for the city. With no progress on a long-term deal, he is expected to play on a franchise tag worth $21.8 million. Higgins has been a key target for quarterback Joe Burrow and part of the Bengals' successful offense, and his return would be crucial as the team aims to bounce back from a challenging 2023 season.
Despite previously requesting a trade, wide receiver Tee Higgins anticipates playing for the Cincinnati Bengals this season and has expressed a growing love for the city. The Bengals have until July 15 to negotiate a long-term deal with Higgins, who has been playing on the franchise tag. With a fully guaranteed salary of $21.8 million, Higgins is the only player among eight tagged this offseason who has yet to sign a contract extension.
Tee Higgins, the Cincinnati Bengals' wide receiver, has been franchise tagged for almost $22 million for the upcoming season, despite his desire for a long-term deal. Higgins expressed his love for Cincinnati and anticipates playing for the Bengals in 2024, acknowledging the team's focus on Joe Burrow and Ja'Marr Chase. With his sights set on showcasing his skills and securing a significant payday, Higgins remains a key figure in the Bengals' offense while aiming for a lucrative future contract.
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins anticipates playing for the team in 2024 despite previous trade requests and contract negotiations. The Bengals placed the franchise tag on Higgins, and although they have been unable to reach a long-term deal, Higgins expressed his love for Cincinnati and his anticipation for the upcoming season. As of now, he has a fully guaranteed one-year deal at $21.8 million, and negotiations for a long-term contract can continue until July 15.
The Jacksonville Jaguars and linebacker Josh Allen have agreed to a five-year, $150 million contract, with $88 million guaranteed, after he received the franchise tag. Allen, a two-time Pro Bowler, is coming off a career-best season with 17.5 sacks. The deal was reached before the July 15 deadline for franchise-tagged players. Allen, drafted seventh overall in 2019, becomes just the third of the Jaguars' 14 first-round picks from 2008 to 2020 to sign an extension with the team.
Bengals head coach Zac Taylor expressed excitement for receiver Tee Higgins to contribute to the team's offense, stating that Higgins is their best chance to win a Super Bowl. Higgins, who has requested a trade after being franchise tagged, is not obligated to attend mandatory team activities. The Bengals are also facing contract negotiations with another receiver, Ja'Marr Chase, and are working within the salary cap to keep both players.
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. has agreed to a three-year contract extension worth up to $71.5 million, with $46 million guaranteed, securing him long-term in Indy after being franchise tagged earlier in the offseason. The deal was reached with time to spare before the mid-July deadline, making Pittman the first Colts player to receive the franchise tag since 2013. The 2020 second-round pick has established himself as the team's top wideout, coming off a career-best season and providing a cornerstone for the Colts as they aim to end a three-year playoff drought in 2024.
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins has requested a trade after the team failed to engage in talks about a long-term contract extension. Despite being franchise-tagged for the upcoming season, Higgins expressed disappointment over the lack of progress in negotiations. The move comes just before the NFL's legal tampering window opens, signaling potential upheaval for the Bengals. This follows a similar request from offensive tackle Jonah Williams last year, although the team did not entertain it.