The New England Patriots need to make a splash this offseason in an effort to build around quarterback Drake Maye.
The Athletic’s Chad Graff offered his view on what New England could do in this regard. He believes the Patriots will aggressively go after Cincinnati Bengals star wide receiver Tee Higgins.
Higgins has battled through injuries this season but has still managed to have a productive year. He has 45 catches for 581 yards and five touchdowns to this point. He has 302 catches for 4,265 yards and 29 touchdowns in his career.
When responding to a question, Graff wrote:
Here’s an easy guess simply from reading the tea leaves: The Patriots are going to be all in on Tee Higgins. They’ve shown an interest in established receivers, and Higgins is the best free agent. I expect them to offer him the moon. The question is whether he says yes or no.
The Patriots could certainly use a player like Higgins, as he would give them an explosive veteran playmaker at one of their greatest positions of need.
They are projected to have the most cap space next year, which means they’ll have the money if they want to make a splash.
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