With the NFL trade deadline looming later this month the Patriots could be in the running for two Cincinnati Bengals pass catchers according to a CBS Sports report.

Wide receiver A.J. Green and tight end Tyler Eifert have the Patriots’ interest according to the story:

“The Patriots have issues at the offensive line, tight end and receiver, and are expected to push for players like Bengals receiver A.J. Green and/or tight end Tyler Eifert."

Green, 31, is a seven-time Pro Bowler, but he’s still working his way back from ankle surgery that ended his 2018 season early. He’s scheduled to miss at least two more weeks. He’s still expected to be in demand if the Bengals move him.

Bengals could get a 1st round pick for AJ Green, several GMs said, and a bounty of picks in all if they embrace a rebuild. Skepticism abounds as to if they will. Teams want their players. They need draft picks: https://t.co/9OwiUh00tn — Jason La Canfora (@JasonLaCanfora) October 6, 2019

Eifter, 29, has been oft-injured over his career, playing just 14 games from 2016-2018. But when he’s healthy he’s been productive and he’s played all four games so far this season with 11 catches for 81 yards and a touchdown.

The Patriots could also look at Washington holdout OL Trent WIlliams, if the Redskins eventually agree to move him.