If Tee Higgins of the Cincinnati Bengals isn't available in the offseason, the New England Patriots face tough decisions about their receiving corps.

The Patriots have plenty of cap space this spring, but they may not have the means to sign Tee Higgins — who could be staying in Cincinnati.

Fans had fallen in love with the Higgins and Patriots talk to the point where it felt like he was already on the team before even signing. It’s a harsh reminder that nothing is ever set in stone until players actually hit the free agent market.