The 2024 season was a disappointing one for the Cincinnati Bengals. They came out of the gates slow, falling behind in the AFC playoff picture before a late-season surge saw them fall just short of the postseason.
Now, the bill is coming due for the Bengals. Star receiver Tee Higgins is set to hit free agency, Ja’Marr Chase is due for a record-setting extension at the wide receiver position, and 2024 NFL sack king and possible Defensive Player of the Year Trey Hendrickson wants a new contract.
That’s going to get pretty pricey, especially for a cost-efficient franchise like the Bengals under owner Mike Brown.