Bengals Re-Sign Tight End Mike Gesicki to Three-Year, $25.5 Million Deal
The veteran tight end secures a multi-year contract after a strong first season in Cincinnati, as the team faces key decisions on other star players.
- Mike Gesicki has agreed to a three-year, $25.5 million contract with the Cincinnati Bengals, including $12 million in the first year.
- In his first season with the Bengals, Gesicki recorded 65 receptions for 665 yards and two touchdowns, becoming a key target for quarterback Joe Burrow.
- The Bengals have yet to finalize long-term deals for star wide receivers Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, with Higgins being franchise-tagged for the second consecutive year.
- The team also faces challenges on defense, including the retirement of Sam Hubbard and pass rusher Trey Hendrickson exploring trade opportunities.
- Joe Burrow has publicly advocated for retaining Gesicki and other key offensive players to maintain the team's competitive core.