Joe Burrow has made it clear he wants the big three to stay together. Now the Bengals need to see if they can make it work.

CINCINNATI — The Bengals can sign Tee Higgins to a contract extension at any time. Yes, after weeks of Joe Burrow making the case for Higgins, Cincinnati can officially negotiate with Higgins' new agent Rocky Arceneaux. Arceneaux also represents Bengals star receiver Ja'Marr Chase.

There is a chance that Saturday’s Week 18 clash with the Pittsburgh Steelers could be the last game for Tee Higgins with the Cincinnati Bengals.

The Cincinnati Bengals could be without two offensive weapons on Saturday. Wide receiver Tee Higgins and running back Chase Brown are officially listed as questionable ahead of the Bengals' divisional matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers. More news: Browns Will Have Deshaun Watson Compete For Starting Quarterback Role in 2025

Two Bengals starters got dinged up against the Steelers. Tee Higgins (ankle) and Cody Ford (chest) are questionable to return in the game after going out in the second half. Higgins was having a strong night with four catches and 53 yards.

The receiver's three-touchdown heroics kept the team's playoff hopes alive, but an uncertain future for him in Cincinnati continues to loom.

Tee Higgins made the most of his opportunity in 2024, proving why he’s one of the most valuable wide receivers in the NFL. Playing the season on the franchise tag, the former Clemson star delivered an impressive performance,

Former Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Andrew Hawkins made a case on ESPN’s NFL Live for why current Bengals free agent receiver Tee Higgins should consider taking a deal from the organization, even if it isn’t the absolute maximum he can get.

The Cincinnati Bengals still seem likely to lose Tee Higgins in free agency, but one predicted replacement would cause every fan to age tremendously over one season.