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.

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow has shot very public messages to the organization about the future of wide receiver Tee Higgins in recent weeks. Burrow used his final regular season podium of the year after Saturday night’s win over the Pittsburgh Steelers to do it one more time.

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.

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins exits Saturday's game against the Pittsburgh Steelers with an injury.

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

Cincinnati Bengals fans can sleep tight knowing Joe Burrow, Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins are in alignment about their future.

CINCINNATI — Joe Burrow hasn't been shy when asked about Tee Higgins' future. The 28-year-old wants the Bengals to do what it takes to sign Ja'Marr Chase and Higgins to long-term contracts.

Cleveland’s Deshaun Watson had a setback in his recovery from a season-ending Achilles injury. Defensive Coordinator Lou Anarumo is among four coaches fired by the Bengals.

Palmer generally enjoyed strong weaponry until No. 2 receiver T.J. Houshmandzadeh departed as a free agent in 2009, a year after top wideout Chad Ochocinco tried to force the team into trading him. The current situation is not the same, but what happens with Chase and Higgins surely will affect Burrow’s outlook on the future.

The Bengals took care of their own business, winning five in a row to close out the season, but they were officially eliminated from playoff contention when the Broncos crushed the Chiefs.