Bengals franchise WR Tee Higgins said during an appearance on the “I Am Athlete” podcast that he would “love” to sign an extension to remain in Cincinnati long-term. “As far as coming back, I would love to come back,” Higgins said, via James Rapien of SI.com. “I grew as a man in the past four years here. Grew as a player, made — got good new friendships. Great relationships … [Read more...] about Tee Higgins Would ‘Love’ To Sign Long-Term Deal With Bengals
AFC Notes: Mike Tomlin, Joe Burrow, Bengals, Browns, Steelers
Bengals Bengals QB coach Brad Kragthorpe said he was pleased with how QB Joe Burrow looks after recovering from a wrist injury. “He looked like the Joe Burrow we’re used to seeing,” Kragthorpe said, via ESPN’s Ben Baby. “I didn’t see any difference. I thought the ball came out of his hand well. Confidently. I’m happy where he’s at.” Browns Heading into year two with Cleveland, … [Read more...] about AFC Notes: Mike Tomlin, Joe Burrow, Bengals, Browns, Steelers
Veteran C Billy Price Announces Retirement Due To Blood Clot
Per Ben Baby, veteran NFL C Billy Price announced his retirement on his Instagram account following emergency pulmonary embolism surgery which took place on April 24th. Price added in his statement that the surgery was required for a blood clot that was entering both of his lungs. He also noted that he will be retiring immediately to avoid any risks while he is on a blood … [Read more...] about Veteran C Billy Price Announces Retirement Due To Blood Clot
AFC Notes: Jamal Adams, Deshaun Watson, Bengals, Browns, Ravens
Bengals When appearing on the Pat McAfee Show, Kelsey Conway said Bengals’ franchise WR Tee Higgins was looking for a contract similar to Colts WR Michael Pittman but Cincinnati offered a deal that was “so low” it never progressed to possible guaranteed figures: “His camp felt that the Bengals’ initial one-time offer was so low that it couldn’t even move into a conversation … [Read more...] about AFC Notes: Jamal Adams, Deshaun Watson, Bengals, Browns, Ravens
AFC Notes: Cameron Heyward, Bengals, Ravens, Steelers
Bengals The Bengals selected WR Jermaine Burton with the 80th pick in the draft to help add depth to the wide receiver room. Cincinnati OC Dan Pitcher and WR coach Troy Walters described the type of player they’re getting in Burton. “We all were aware of him. A top, top player,” Pitcher said, via Geoff Hobson of the team’s website. “We think he has ability to impact us right … [Read more...] about AFC Notes: Cameron Heyward, Bengals, Ravens, Steelers