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Bengals Resume Hendrickson Extension Talks While Stewart’s Rookie Deal Remains in Limbo

Months of stalled talks left Hendrickson fined nearly $105,000; Stewart remained sidelined by a contract language dispute.

Oct 20, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson (91) reacts following penalty flags being thrown during the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Browns at Huntington Bank Field. The penalties were against the Browns. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-Imagn Images
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Cincinnati Bengals first-round draft pick Shemar Stewart, left, and head coach Zac Taylor, right, pose together ahead of a press conference, Friday, April 25, 2025, at Paycor Stadium in Downtown Cincinnati.
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Overview

  • Cincinnati and Trey Hendrickson reopened contract negotiations after a months-long stalemate that saw him skip mandatory minicamp and incur fines of about $105,000.
  • Hendrickson is seeking a long-term extension worth over $30 million per season to match the top pass rushers in the league.
  • Rookie first-round pick Shemar Stewart has not signed his rookie contract because of a disputed clause that could claw back guaranteed money.
  • NFL insider Adam Schefter criticized the Bengals’ handling of Stewart’s deal, stating the team has “no excuse” for the delay on a first-round draft pick.
  • Quarterback Joe Burrow and teammates have voiced support for both Hendrickson and Stewart, calling contract talks a normal part of NFL operations.