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Omar Khan is apparently going for the hat trick. After acquiring quarterbacks Russell Wilson and Justin Fields for less than $4.5 million earlier this offseason, the Pittsburgh Steelers general manager is apparently looking into the possibility of acquiring Cincinnati Bengals wideout Tee Higgins.
The Steelers have internally discussed trading for Higgins, according to 93.7 The Fan. There are questions, however, regarding the acquisition cost and Higgins’ upcoming contract (he is currently slated to play the 2024 season under the franchise tag), along with the prospect of the Bengals trading Higgins to a division rival, per the report.
Pittsburgh’s reported interest in Higgins makes sense. The Steelers are reportedly interested in acquiring a veteran wideout who can replace Diontae Johnson, who was traded to the Carolina Panthers earlier this offseason. The Steelers have been linked to former Bengals free agent wideout Tyler Boyd, but money has reportedly held things up there.
The Steelers would certainly be willing to pay Higgins more than Boyd, though. Higgins is…
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Author : Bryan DeArdo
Publish date : 2024-04-12 20:14:54
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