The speculation around the Cincinnati Bengals continues as the playoffs get underway and the focus centers on the long-term outlook.
To that end, breaking down the upcoming free agents playing in the playoffs who might interest the Bengals is a nice exercise.
Plus, star Bengals wideout Ja’Marr Chase had an interesting interview in which he talked about Tee Higgins getting paid — and how he might wait on other big names around the league to do their deals before he does his.
Add on Bengals names making the rounds during this hiring period and it’s a pretty interesting time for team-centric news.
Here’s a look at the must-know Bengals news, notes and quotes for January 14.
Bengals free agent targets to watch in playoffs
A look at guys currently in playoff games this weekend who might interest the Bengals in free agency this offseason.
Ja'Marr Chase on Tee Higgins and his contract
Very interesting thoughts from Chase, who wants to get Tee paid. He also brings up a few names around the league he wants to see sign before his own extension.
Bengals blanked from All-Pro
One could argue Trey Hendrickson got robbed in the All-Pro voting this year.
Bengals exec drawing interest
Trey Brown will interview with at least one team for a general manager spot and he has an interesting link to the rebuilding Patriots, too.
Myles Murphy hype
A new advanced metric suggests that Bengals fans should be pretty hyped about their first-round pick from this year.
More mic'd up
What was your favorite mic'd up moment?
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— Cincinnati Bengals (@Bengals) January 13, 2024
