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Trey Hendrickson Criticizes Bengals Over Contract Stalemate

The All-Pro defensive end claims the team has ceased communication since the NFL Draft, raising the likelihood of a training camp holdout.

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
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Overview

  • Trey Hendrickson revealed that no contract discussions have occurred with the Bengals since the April NFL Draft, expressing frustration over the lack of communication.
  • Hendrickson stated that pre-draft offers from the Bengals failed to align with promises made regarding a long-term extension for maintaining elite performance.
  • The Bengals prioritized extending wide receivers Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins this offseason, leaving Hendrickson's future uncertain despite his league-leading 17.5 sacks in 2024.
  • Hendrickson, entering the final year of his contract with a $15.8 million base salary, has implied he may hold out of training camp if no resolution is reached.
  • The Bengals drafted rookie EDGE Shemar Stewart in the first round, further complicating Hendrickson's contract situation as the team has yet to re-engage in talks.