Bengals Secure Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins with Record-Breaking Contracts

The Cincinnati Bengals lock in their top receivers on four-year deals, creating the NFL's most expensive passing attack but raising questions about future roster flexibility.

Ja'Marr Chase signed a four-year, $161 million deal, becoming the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history with an average annual salary of $40.25 million.
Tee Higgins secured a four-year, $115 million contract, making him the highest-paid WR2 in the league and ensuring his partnership with Chase continues through 2029.
Joe Burrow, who advocated for retaining both receivers, now leads the NFL's most expensive passing trio, with all three players averaging over $28.5 million annually.
The Bengals' cap space now stands at $26.8 million, but questions remain about their ability to address defensive needs, including the unresolved contract situation of sack leader Trey Hendrickson.
The team’s heavy investment in its offense raises expectations for a Super Bowl run, with pressure on the trio and head coach Zac Taylor to deliver results.