Bengals Decline Trade Offers for Tee Higgins

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins did not practice on Wednesday due to a quad injury sustained during practice, which raises concerns about his availability for the upcoming game against the Raiders. Despite the team's 3-5 record and ongoing trade speculation surrounding Higgins, the Bengals have no plans to make moves ahead of the NFL trade deadline, adhering to their historical reluctance to engage in midseason trades. The organization believes in its current roster's ability to compete, despite criticisms from fans watching rival teams make impactful trades. Higgins, who is playing under the franchise tag, is expected to leave as a free agent next offseason, yet the Bengals are unlikely to trade him at this time. Teams have shown interest in Higgins, but the Bengals have historically not acted as sellers, even when faced with player discontent or injury concerns. As the trade deadline approaches, the situation remains fluid, but significant changes from the Bengals seem improbable.