Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins contract drama takes a turn

Bengals still plan to make Ja'Marr Chase highest-paid non-QB, set big asking price for Tee Higgins, per report
The Bengals are in the middle of making difficult rosters moves following a second straight non-playoff season. The team recently released veteran offensive lineman Alex Cappa, saw defensive end Sam Hubbard announce his retirement, and re-signed defensive lineman B.J. Hill and tight end Mike Gesicki to new deals.
Bengals: Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins contract drama takes a turn
While the Cincinnati Bengals were making a key re-signing and NFL free agency's legal tampering window went wild, the contract sagas for Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins received an update. Said update came from NFL Network's Ian Rapoport,
NFL Network's Rapoport: Bengals probably get deals done for Tee Higgins, Ja'Marr Chase
NFL Network's Ian Rapoport: "Ja'Marr Chase is in an unbelievable place. It's gonna sting for the Bengals, but I really think they get it done."
Tee Higgins Trade Rumors: Bengals' Asking Price 'Very High' Amid Contract Buzz
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Positive update on Bengals’ contract talks with Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins
NFL insider Ian Rapoport gave a positive update on the Bengals’ contract talks with Chase and Higgins, saying he bel
Ian Rapoport Gives Optimistic Update About Bengals Negotiations With Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins
CINCINNATI — NFL Network's Ian Rapoport appeared on The Pat McAfee Show on Monday and gave the latest positive update on negotiations between the Bengals and their star wide receivers. Rapoport notes it will "sting" cost-wise, but he thinks the Bengals will sign both Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins to long-term extensions.
Bengals use franchise tag on Tee Higgins, remain far apart on Ja’Marr Chase deal: Sources
For the second straight season, Bengals use the franchise tag on Higgins, while they hope to ink a long-term pact with both he and Chase.
Ja’Marr Chase’s curious reaction to Bengals franchise tagging Tee Higgins
It’s possible that he may be a little confused by the Bengals using the franchise tag on Higgins when they’ve stated their hope of signing him to a long-term deal. A franchise tag can be a temporary placeholder before a long-term deal, but it can also just be a one-year contract.
Report: Bengals 'Not Even Close' in Contract Talks With Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins and Trey Hendrickson
CINCINNATI — The Bengals are hoping to sign Tee Higgins, Ja'Marr Chase and Trey Hendrickson to long-term contracts in the near future. Ari Meirov shared the latest on negotiations and it doesn't sound like anything is imminent.
Can Bengals re-up stars Tee Higgins, Ja’Marr Chase and Trey Hendrickson?
We break down the feasibility of Cincinnati's ambitious plan to lock up its star trio — and what that would mean for the rest of the team.
The Bengals foolishly painted themselves into a corner with Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins
That's what happens when you have generational talents like Joe Burrow and Ja'Marr Chase and difference-making superstars like Tee Higgins and Trey Hendrickson. It will be a massive disappointment if this nucleus doesn't capture at least one Lombardi Trophy before the guys start hanging their cleats and shoulder pads up.
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