WR CIN
College: Clemson | 4 years
Height: 6'4" | Weight: 219 lbs
Birth Date: 1999-01-18
2024 Bye Week: 12
Total Pts: 137.6
Avg Pts: 8.09
Rank: 51 WR
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Higgins was plagued a little by injury last season, missing five games. He still had 42 receptions for 656 yards and five scores in 12 games. If he plays a full season, Higgins has 60 receptions for 929 yards and seven touchdowns, so his numbers were down a little compared to the last two seasons. He had two straight 1,000-yard season before last year. Higgins remains a big part of the Bengals passing game, starting starting alongside Ja'Marr Chase. Higgins is a very tall receiver with great athletic ability. He can really jump, making him an asset in the red zone and on deep throws. He does lack a little top-end speed, though, which is a little bit of a concern but hasn't slowed him to date. And he does struggle some with drops, having 28 for his career.
FANTASY OUTLOOK: Higgins was a top 30 fantasy receiver each of his first three seasons before last year. He will post consistent fantasy numbers in a very good offense. He should be considered a solid No. 2 for fantasy teams. He can get around 80 receptions for 1,100 yards and seven touchdowns. Look for him to rebound from last year.
Fantasy Week | Pts | Scoring |
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Week 1 | 0.00 | |
Week 2 | 28.90 | Tee Higgins 89 receiving yds (8.90 pts) Tee Higgins 8 receptions (8.00 pts) Tee Higgins 2 receiving TDs (12.00 pts) . . . Tee Higgins 3 yd TD pass from Joe Burrow . . . Tee Higgins 4 yd TD pass from Joe Burrow |
Week 3 | 4.10 | Tee Higgins 21 receiving yds (2.10 pts) Tee Higgins 2 receptions (2.00 pts) |
Week 4 | 3.90 | Tee Higgins 19 receiving yds (1.90 pts) Tee Higgins 2 receptions (2.00 pts) |
Week 5 | 0.00 | |
Week 6 | 4.00 | Tee Higgins 20 receiving yds (2.00 pts) Tee Higgins 2 receptions (2.00 pts) |
Week 7 | 0.00 | |
Week 8 | 11.90 | Tee Higgins 69 receiving yds (6.90 pts) Tee Higgins 5 receptions (5.00 pts) |
Week 9 | 19.00 | Tee Higgins 110 receiving yds (11.00 pts) Tee Higgins 8 receptions (8.00 pts) |
Week 10 | 0.00 | |
Week 11 | 0.00 | |
Week 12 | 0.00 | |
Week 13 | 6.60 | Tee Higgins 36 receiving yds (3.60 pts) Tee Higgins 3 receptions (3.00 pts) |
Playoff Week 1 | 9.20 | Tee Higgins 72 receiving yds (7.20 pts) Tee Higgins 2 receptions (2.00 pts) |
Playoff Week 2 | 22.10 | Tee Higgins 61 receiving yds (6.10 pts) Tee Higgins 4 receptions (4.00 pts) Tee Higgins 2 receiving TDs (12.00 pts) . . . Tee Higgins 13 yd TD pass from Jake Browning . . . Tee Higgins 21 yd TD pass from Jake Browning |
Playoff Week 3 | 25.00 | Tee Higgins 140 receiving yds (14.00 pts) Tee Higgins 5 receptions (5.00 pts) Tee Higgins 1 receiving TD (6.00 pts) . . . Tee Higgins 80 yd TD pass from Jake Browning |
Playoff Week 4 | 2.90 | Tee Higgins 19 receiving yds (1.90 pts) Tee Higgins 1 reception (1.00 pts) |
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins hauled in two of his three targets for 19 yards and a touchdown during Saturday's preseason game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Unsurprisingly, Higgins ran with the primary offense led by Joe Burrow, which only played the first drive of the game. It was a successful possession, too, as Burrow linked up with many of his favorite starters, including Higgins for the score. The 25-year-old receiver is ready to put this offseason's contract drama behind him. He'll play under the franchise tag in 2024, continuing to operate as the No. 2 option behind Ja'Marr Chase in Cincinnati. Higgins often performs at his best when Chase is on the field. He's a solid WR2 option in fantasy football this year.
From RotoBaller
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins was franchise-tagged this offseason, and he requested a trade early in the process ahead of free agency. He ultimately decided to sign the franchise tag and stay put in 2024, but he knows this could be his last season with Joe Burrow, Ja'Marr Chase, and the organization. "This could be the last ride for me and the guys," Higgins said. "You never know. Instead of holding out and waiting and just watching from afar, I'd rather be in the mix with the guys and grind it out with them. That's how I've always been." The former second-round pick out of Clemson has been productive since entering the league in 2020, but he has battled injuries often and struggled to deliver a truly elite season while sharing targets with Chase. While his ceiling is likely capped in the WR2 range, a healthy Burrow could make him a draft steal at his ADP around the WR30 spot heading into his fifth NFL season. If he enters free agency next year, expect him to be highly sought after given the booming wide receiver market in today's NFL.
From RotoBaller
The Cincinnati Bengals and star wide receiver Tee Higgins won't come to terms on a long-term contract extension by Monday's deadline. Higgins has signed his franchise tag and will play on the one-year pact in 2024 before becoming one of the top free agents next offseason. This outcome had appeared evident for some time, but now it's official. The 25-year-old will be highly motivated to produce a bounce-back season in 2024 after playing in just 12 games last year due to injuries while finishing with a career-low 42 catches for 656 yards and five touchdowns. It's possible the Bengals could franchise tag Higgins again next year or work out a tag-and-trade deal. Higgins should bounce back if he and quarterback Joe Burrow stay healthy, but his fantasy ceiling is probably capped as a WR2 with Ja'Marr Chase being the team's WR1.
From RotoBaller
Dynasty | Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins is signing his franchise tender. Dynasty Analysis: Higgins and the Bengals will now have until July 15th to work out a long-term deal or he'll play next year on this one-year, $21.8 million contract. The two sides continue to be far apart on a contract that would keep Higgins in Cincinnati beyond this season but at least it looks like he won't attempt a holdout that bleeds into minicamp. From a dynasty perspective, most Higgins managers are likely hoping he ends up somewhere else eventually as a WR1. Blocked a bit by Ja'Marr Chase, Higgins remains a solid WR2 in dynasty leagues for the time being.
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins signed his franchise tender on Saturday, according to a source. By signing his tender, Higgins is now expected to be at training camp next month. A long-term deal for Higgins is considered a long shot at this point, especially since with WR1 Ja'Marr Chase has only two years remaining on his current deal. The 25-year-old Higgins will make $21.8 million in the franchise tag in 2024 before becoming a free agent next March. The former second-rounder (33rd overall) in 2020 out of Clemson struggled with injuries in his fourth NFL season in 2023, playing in only 12 games and catching 42 passes for a career-low 656 yards and five touchdowns. With better health for himself and quarterback Joe Burrow (wrist), Higgins should be able to bounce back in a contract year and would be a fine target as a high-end WR3/low-end WR2.
From RotoBaller
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins, who had the franchise tag placed on him earlier this offseason for the 2024 campaign, has still not signed the tag and is not present for the start of mandatory minicamp this week. Because he's technically not under contract yet, Higgins will not be fined. The 25-year-old either wants to be traded or wants a new contract from Cincinnati. He officially asked for a trade in March but now expects to play for the Bengals in 2024. The former second-rounder in 2020 out of Clemson had the worst of his four seasons in the NFL last year, playing in only 12 games due to injury and finishing with 42 catches for 656 yards and five touchdowns. A bounce-back should be coming if he can stay healthy in 2024, but Higgins' fantasy upside as a WR2/3 will continue to be capped as long as he's playing in the shadow of teammate and WR1 Ja'Marr Chase.
From RotoBaller
Dynasty | Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins is sitting out voluntary OTAs. Dynasty Analysis: While the Bengals are saying they aren't concerned publicly, this holdout is a little more significant than that of Ja'Marr Chase. Higgins has been franchise tagged and it seems the team has little interest in negotiating a long-term deal. Higgins was more likely to be traded during the NFL Draft than now, but this is a situation to monitor. At this point, dynasty managers need to just hold on tight and see what happens.
Cincinnati Bengals wide receivers Tee Higgins and Ja'Marr Chase are both not present for voluntary organized team activities on Tuesday as they seek new deals this offseason. Higgins has yet to sign his franchise tender for this year, so until he does, he will not be allowed to participate in offseason workouts with the team. The 25-year-old requested a trade from the Bengals when the team put the franchise tag on him just before the start of free agency in March, but he remains in Cincinnati for now as he angles for a new long-term deal. It's an offseason storyline to follow for fantasy managers after Higgins had an extremely disappointing 2023 campaign. It didn't help that quarterback Joe Burrow suffered a season-ending wrist injury, but Higgins was also injured himself and finished with a career-low 42 catches for 656 yards and five touchdowns in 12 games.
From RotoBaller
According to NFL Media's Ian Rapoport, Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins isn't expected to attend OTAs next week. This isn't surprising, considering the wideout wants a new contract. He also requested a trade in March, although it doesn't appear that the Bengals are looking to move him. The 25-year-old had a down season in 2023-24, amassing 42 catches for 656 yards and five touchdowns, all the lowest marks of his career. He was also limited to just 12 games due to injury. With that said, there's still a chance things will get resolved heading into training camp. If that's the case, Higgins could turn things around in 2024-25, especially if Joe Burrow (wrist) stays healthy. Yet, if both parties can't reach an agreement, he'll play on a franchise tag.
From RotoBaller
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins continues to grow frustrated as his trade request from last month has gone unanswered. According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, Higgins is "pissed" about the lack of a shared vision between himself and the team. Higgins was once said to be seeking a deal similar to Michael Pittman Jr.'s three-year, $70 million pact, but Cincinnati reportedly never came close to that price tag. This prompted the talented receiver to request a trade, but the Bengals made it clear (via Jeremy Fowler of ESPN) that they have "no plans" to trade him. Therefore, the stalemate continues between Cincinnati and Higgins. One has to wonder if too many bridges have been burned and a holdout might be in the cards.
From RotoBaller
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins is seeking a deal similar to the one that Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. received, according to Kelsey Conway of the Cincinnati Enquirer. Pittman fetched three years and $70 million on his latest deal, which would suggest that Higgins is looking for a three-year deal worth roughly $23 million on an annual basis. If so, there's a significant gap in negotiations between him and the Bengals, who have not offered more than $20 million annually, according to Conway. The former second-round receiver previously requested a trade, but as it stands, he's expected to remain in Cincinnati for the 2024 season. With Joe Burrow throwing him passes, Higgins ranks as a low-end WR2 in fantasy football.
From RotoBaller
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins remains without a new contract. He also hasn't been traded, something he recently requested. However, it appears there's still hope that the wideout plays at least one more season in Cincinnati, even if it's under a $21.8 million franchise tag. While speaking to Charlie Clifford of WXIX-TV, Higgins anticipates suiting up for the Bengals for the 2024-25 campaign. Not only that, he mentioned he's looking forward to it while expressing his fondness for the franchise and the city. With that said, Higgins is coming off a down year, amassing 42 catches for 656 yards and five touchdowns. He also missed five games due to injury. But if anyone can bounce back for fantasy managers, it's the 2020 No. 33 overall pick, especially if Joe Burrow (wrist) can stay healthy. Both sides have until mid-July to agree to a new contract.
From RotoBaller
According to Geoff Hobson of Bengals.com, Cincinnati hopes to keep wide receiver Tee Higgins on the roster. The wideout was franchise-tagged a few months ago but requested a trade. Although it was reported that the team would entertain phone calls, Bengals executive vice president Katie Blackburn, speaking at league meetings, indicated that Higgins' contract is a "focus." The 25-year-old is coming off a down season, finishing the 2023-24 campaign with 656 yards and five touchdowns off 42 catches. But most concerning, he dealt with various ailments, limiting him to just 12 games. At any rate, Higgins has a chance to bounce back if he remains in Cincinnati, which appears the most likely scenario, considering there reportedly hasn't been much interest from other clubs. However, for the 2020 No. 33 overall pick to turn things around, Joe Burrow (wrist) must stay healthy. Higgins will need to figure out how to do the same.
From RotoBaller
According to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, speaking on Saturday's edition of SportsCenter, the Bengals are reportedly "willing to listen" to offers for wide receiver Tee Higgins. Cincinnati tagged Higgins almost immediately after the end of the 2023-24 campaign, which wasn't surprising to anyone. But the latest update on Higgins doesn't mean the team is actively shopping him, nor does it imply other clubs have called about him. The wideout struggled last season, amassing 656 yards and five touchdowns off 42 catches. He was also limited to only 12 games due to various ailments. With that said, no matter where Higgins ends up, he must stay healthy to get back to the 1,000-yard receiving mark. But if he remains with the Bengals, he'll need Joe Burrow (wrist) to stay on the field, something that's been an issue for the signal-caller since entering the league.
From RotoBaller
Dynasty | Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins has requested a trade. Dynasty Analysis: Higgins clearly isn't thrilled the Bengals haven't had any substantive long-term contract talks with him and doesn't have a lot of interest in playing on the franchise tag this year. While it's anyone's guess if the Bengals will oblige, it stands to wonder now if Higgins will threaten to hold out and not play on the tag. It's a bit of a mess but should be resolved in some way shape or form here soon. If Higgins is moved, it will likely help his dynasty value as any team acquiring him would likely see him as their new WR1. Stay tuned.
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins is requesting a trade, according to Ari Meirov of the 33rd Team. The organization used the franchise tag on Higgins this offseason and reportedly wants to keep him around, but it appears Higgins is ready to move on. The 2020 second-round pick has racked up 257 receptions for 3,684 yards and 24 touchdowns through his first 58 NFL games. He posted at least 1,000 receiving yards in 2021 and 2022, but he was limited to just 656 yards in 12 games last season. With Ja'Marr Chase on the roster, Higgins is stuck in the WR2 role, meaning he's unlikely to post monster seasons that will earn him a high-figure contract. He could operate as a team's top receiver if he lands in an ideal spot, but we'll see if the organization is willing to move him before the start of the 2024 campaign.
From RotoBaller
Cincinnati Bengals director of player personnel Duke Tobin hinted that the team doesn't plan on trading impending free-agent wide receiver Tee Higgins, who was given the franchise tag. "Really simple. He's a good player. We want to keep him. We have resources to do that. We're a better team with Tee," Tobin said. While it's great news for the Bengals if they keep Higgins around for another season, it's also bad news for his fantasy value entering the 2024 campaign. The 25-year-old would make $21.8 million this year if he ends up playing on the franchise tag. He played in just 11 games in 2023 due to hamstring and rib injuries, finishing with a disappointing 42 receptions for 656 yards and five touchdowns on 76 targets. A bounce-back season in 2024 for Higgins should be expected if he's healthy, but the presence of Ja'Marr Chase will continue to affect Higgins' ceiling if he remains in Cincy.
From RotoBaller
Dynasty | The Bengals have informed wide receiver Tee Higgins of their intention to use the franchise tag on him. Dynasty Analysis: The move will pay Higgins around $22 million this upcoming season. It's a hearty number to spend on a number two receiver but Higgins is hardly your typical second option and would be the top target for a number of teams in the league. He had a down season last year with just a 42/656/5 season but much of that can be attributed to injuries he suffered and the loss of Joe Burrow for part of the season. It's still disappointing to dynasty managers who were hoping to see him cash in on the open market. It's unlikely the Bengals can keep him long-term so this could also represent a one-year buy low window for our WR18.
The Cincinnati Bengals informed impending free-agent wide receiver Tee Higgins on Friday that they will place the franchise tag on him, according to a source. Instead of trying to negotiate a long-term contract extension with Higgins right now, they will place the franchise tag on him by the deadline next week. This was always the most likely outcome for the 25-year-old, who played in just 12 games in 2023 due to injuries. He was a disappointment for fantasy managers, finishing with a career-low 42 catches on 76 targets for 656 yards and five touchdowns. Higgins could certainly bounce back with better health in 2024, but getting out from under the shadow of No. 1 receiver Ja'Marr Chase in Cincinnati would have been the best scenario for Higgins' fantasy value moving forward.
From RotoBaller
NFL Week | Opp | Pts | Rec | Rec Yds | Rec TDs | Rec Tgt | 100 Yds | Rush Att | Rush Yds | Rush TDs | Fum Lost |
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2023 Season | 137.60 | 42 | 656 | 5 | |||||||
Week 1 | @CLE | 0.00 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||||
Week 2 | BAL | 28.90 | 8 | 89 | 2 | ||||||
Week 3 | LAR | 4.10 | 2 | 21 | 0 | ||||||
Week 4 | @TEN | 3.90 | 2 | 19 | 0 | ||||||
Week 5 | @ARI | 0.00 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||||
Week 6 | SEA | 4.00 | 2 | 20 | 0 | ||||||
Week 7 | bye | 0.00 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||||
Week 8 | @SF | 11.90 | 5 | 69 | 0 | ||||||
Week 9 | BUF | 19.00 | 8 | 110 | 0 | ||||||
Week 10 | HOU | 0.00 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||||
Week 11 | @BAL | 0.00 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||||
Week 12 | PIT | 0.00 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||||
Week 13 | @JAX | 6.60 | 3 | 36 | 0 | ||||||
Week 14 | IND | 9.20 | 2 | 72 | 0 | ||||||
Week 15 | MIN | 22.10 | 4 | 61 | 2 | ||||||
Week 16 | @PIT | 25.00 | 5 | 140 | 1 | ||||||
Week 17 | @KC | 2.90 | 1 | 19 | 0 | ||||||
Week 18 | CLE | 0.00 | 0 | 0 | 0 |