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NFL Stars Press Contract Demands With Minicamp Holdouts

Players ranging from All-Pro edge rushers to veteran wideouts are skipping mandatory camp to force extension talks under the league’s fine structure.

Dec 1, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt (90) celebrates following the win against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images/File Photo
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/File Photo

Overview

  • T.J. Watt and Trey Hendrickson both sat out Steelers and Bengals mandatory minicamps after long-term extension talks stalled.
  • Washington’s Terry McLaurin remained absent as he seeks a new deal for his final contract season with the Commanders.
  • Miami excused cornerback Jalen Ramsey’s and tight end Jonnu Smith’s absences as trade and extension discussions continue.
  • Under the NFL’s collective bargaining agreement, missing all three days of mandatory minicamp can trigger fines totaling up to $104,768 per player.
  • Dallas Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons reported for minicamp and plans to participate on-field work while still pursuing a contract extension.