The Cincinnati Bengals don't usually hint at much when announcing roster moves. But the team's revelation of a second franchise tag for Tee Higgins is the new, big exception. Right in the first line of the team's announcement of the roster move is the declaration that the franchise tag has been applied "with the intent of continuing to work toward a long-term deal in Cincinnati.

The Bengals placed the franchise tag on wide receiver Tee Higgins. Cincinnati hopes to work out a long-term deal with the standout.

The Cincinnati Bengals are utilizing the franchise tag for the second consecutive season on the same player, as CBS Sports NFL insider Jonathan Jones has reported that wide receiver Tee Higgins will be hit with the tag once again.