How important is a TE

[007BengalsFan]

(02-08-2024, 02:25 PM)coachmcneil71 Wrote: Not trying to argue here. Ts, Tee was a high rd #2 pick and his stock has done nothing but rise since he was drafted. To just get another 2nd rd pick for him would be counterproductive. He will almost assuredly be the #1 WR on the vast majority of any teams that may be a trade candidate. I don't see the Bengals letting him go for anything less than a #1 or possibly a #2 with #5 and #6 added. 

My point being that his stock has only risen since he was drafted. I don't think they can let him go for a #2 rd pick unless other picks are added to the trade.  Just my two cents worth.

I think what the Bengals need to do is be upfront with Tee and tell him we are going to tag you then trade you because we just cant afford the contract you want.  We will be looking for a 1st and 4th round pick so if there is any team that you want to play for we will allow your agent to have discussions with other teams about a trade and new contract.  If you wait until the season starts to sign the tag you may get traded to a team you dont like and/or not have the long term contract you are looking for.