The Cincinnati Bengals made a significant move in the offseason by signing former Miami Dolphins and New England Patriots tight end Mike Gesicki to a one-year deal. Gesicki, known for his athleticism and pass-catching abilities, adds another weapon to the Bengals' already potent offense. With star quarterback Joe Burrow at the helm, Gesicki will provide a reliable target in the passing game and create mismatches against opposing defenses.
This signing not only strengthens the Bengals' offense but also signals their commitment to contending for a championship. By adding a proven playmaker like Gesicki, Cincinnati is making a statement that they are serious about competing at the highest level.
 Mike Gesicki.
That gives the Bengals two franchise players with Gesicki, who played on the tag in Miami in 2022 after a career-high season of 73 catches and 780, joining the current designee wide receiver Tee Higgins.
The move further reinforces the Bengals' tight end position after the team re-signed Drew Sample to a three-year contract Monday.
Gesicki signed a one-year contract with the New England Patriots with a base value of $4.5 million in March 2023 after having played on the franchise tag the year before for the Miami Dolphins.
Dolphins and then set career highs with 73 receptions and 780 yards in 2021, but his numbers dipped in 2022 -- his final season in Miami -- before dropping again in 2023 with the Patriots.
The Patriots opted to re-sign tight end Hunter Henry, but based on the low money Gesicki fetched from the Bengals, New England opted to let Gesicki walk in free agency.
Overall, this acquisition is a positive development for the Bengals organization and their fans, as it signals a proactive approach towards building a competitive team that can compete at the highest level. The addition of Mike Gesicki has certainly raised expectations for what this team can achieve in the upcoming season
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