The Patriots have been connected to Higgins for quite a while now. There was speculation last year that he could go to New England for a high second-round draft pick. New England has needed a No. 1 wide receiver for quite some time now, and Higgins would certainly fit the bill.

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins recently shared a cryptic post on social media, hinting that he may try out free agency instead of returning.

Free agency is still a few weeks away, and plenty of rumors have already been dominating headlines since the offseason began. However, most of the speculation hasn't necessarily been great for the Patriots,

According to Jason La Canfora of The Washington Post, an NFL general manager told him that he predicts free agent Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins will sign with the New England Patriots this offseason.