Tee Higgins says he's switching from #85 to #5 ... and it's all 'cause of Chad Johnson.
' days in the #85 jersey are officially numbered ... the Bengals star just told media members he's switching to #5 next season -- and it's all 'cause ofThe second-year NFL wideout said he's tired of being compared to Chad and being called"Ochocinco 2.0" -- so he's moving on from the digits as soon as the 2021 season ends."I just want to make a name for myself," the 22-year-old said."I keep seeing on Twitter that, 'Ochocinco 2.0.
"No disrespect to Chad," Higgins continued."He's a great receiver, this and that. I just don't want to be a 2.0 for myself, man." Higgins has done a great job reminding Bengals fans of their past superstar ... in just 15 starts for the team, he has 71 catches for 966 yards and 7 TDs.But, Higgins clearly ain't down for the comparison game anymore -- even if it's to a legend like Johnson -- saying Thursday,"I want to be Tee Higgins, 1.0. #5."
Higgins added he believes it's only a matter of time before the Bengals retire the #85 for Johnson anyway.Enjoy the digits while you can, Cincy!
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