Welcome to the Bengals: Andrei Iosivas

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(04-30-2023, 06:08 PM)NUGDUKWE Wrote: I made it as a joke because I noticed people were saying that with other players. But maybe also because I'll be shocked if they resign Higgins. What did Tobin say? But if we keep Burrow and Chase which I assume we will. Then I would want all available funds for protection and the defense.

Until we actually see a deal get done, it's never safe to assume the Bengals will keep someone as pricy as Higgins.
We've seen things like that thought to be sure things in the past (e.g. keeping Hurst or Bell), only for the player(s) to leave in FA for expected (or above expected) salary. Then the Bengals are left with that extra cap, and you're hoping they are able to get an adequate replacement with it.

To your point though, I would love to see the Bengals pay Burrow, Chase, and Higgins along with 2-3 high-priced vet on OL, 1-2 Tier 2/3 vet, and the remaining starters with draft picks. Specifically, use a draft pick at TE and RB, and just plan to swap out with a new starter every 3-4 years with a new draft pick.