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(02-29-2024, 03:11 PM)Isaac Curtis: The Real #85 Wrote: Ya think? 

I mean, this has been pretty clear for months. Though I am glad some folks are getting the message. Welcome to the party. 

This will be a VERY interesting offseason. Aside from QB, DE, PK, & LS, I think every position group either has an open starting spot (RT, NT/DT, WR3, TE), could stand a starter upgrade AND needs depth upgrades (CB, S, IOL, RB, DT/NT), needs a starter upgrade (P), or better depth (LB). 

I favor trying to go after higher grade FAs first at our biggest need areas (DT/NT, OT) but realize we may not be able to land top tier guys at those spots. Some spots may be better suited to be filled via the draft anyway with deep classes (OT, WR, CB). And I would not mind spending big on a stud CB, S, TE (Schultz), IOL, P, or even RB (Henry).

It's not a new message for me.
I've known that a tag-and-trade isn't something the Bengals have done in the past 25 years, and only one guy has actually been signed to a long-term deal after being tagged.
So for all intents and purpose, Higgins is here for this year then gone. Bengals will hopefully get a 3rd round comp pick for it.