Sun Jan 05 01:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Burrow’s Plea: Bengals Must Re-Sign Higgins to Keep Super Bowl Trio Intact

**Cincinnati, OH** – Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow publicly urged the front office to retain wide receiver Tee Higgins, emphasizing the importance of keeping their star trio together. Burrow’s rare public statement sent shockwaves through the organization as the Bengals face a crucial game against the Steelers, potentially their last with Burrow, Higgins, and Ja’Marr Chase as teammates.

The team’s playoff hopes hang by a thread, requiring both losses by the Broncos and Dolphins even with a win against Pittsburgh. While Higgins is slated for free agency, sources indicate the three players are determined to continue playing together. This desire seemingly contradicts past events, including Higgins’ trade request last year and the team’s failure to reach a long-term deal.

Higgins’ strong performance this season, coupled with Brandon Aiyuk’s lucrative contract with the 49ers, strengthens his negotiating position. The Bengals will need to make a significant financial commitment to keep him. Higgins himself has expressed a desire to remain in Cincinnati, fueling speculation of a potential reunion. Chase, meanwhile, has one year remaining on his rookie deal in 2025. The Bengals attempted to secure him with a long-term contract before the current season.

This situation adds another layer of intrigue to an already tense playoff race, highlighting the complex roster decisions facing the Bengals in the upcoming offseason.

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