The Green Bay Packers had the youngest offense in the NFL during the 2023 season and narrowly missed out on the NFC Championship Game, indicating a need for significant moves in the offseason, particularly on the offensive side of the ball.
One potential game-changing move for Green Bay could be acquiring Tee Higgins, a wide receiver from the Cincinnati Bengals. Higgins, a former second-round pick, is under contract with the Bengals until 2025 after they used the franchise tag on him, but there have been hints from Cincinnati’s management, including Duke Tobin, that they might consider trading him for the right offer.
This shift in tone from the Bengals’ front office has sparked discussions among NFL analysts and fans about the possibility of Higgins being available for trade, with suggestions that Green Bay should strongly consider pursuing him, given his talent and youth. According to various reports, Higgins could command a first-round or early second-round pick in a trade.
While Green Bay has pressing needs on defense, particularly in the defensive backfield and offensive line, the opportunity to acquire a player of Higgins’ caliber shouldn’t be overlooked. Despite concerns about the cost of signing him to a long-term deal, Higgins’ potential impact on the team’s offense, especially alongside young quarterback Jordan Love, is significant.
Higgins has demonstrated his ability to perform as a top receiver in the league, especially during periods when he served as the primary target for his quarterback due to injuries to other players. Standing at 6’4″ and 220 pounds, and only 25 years old, Higgins has the physical attributes and skill set to become one of the league’s premier receivers in the right system.
While addressing defensive issues remains a priority for Green Bay, adding a top-tier receiver like Higgins could greatly enhance their chances of competing at the highest level in the NFC.