Could the Bengals actually extend Trey?
The Cincinnati Bengals and Trey Hendrickson appear to be working on a long-term solution to keep the elite pass rusher in the Queen City.
While things haven’t looked good for a while, leading to Hendrickson being given permission to seek a trade, we did finally get some slightly good news from NFL Network reporter Mike Garafolo (via PHNX Sports).
“You’re starting to hear a little bit more about how Hendrickson wants to be in Cincinnati, and Hendrickson wants to make it work, and all of a sudden, it’s like…ok, this could pivot back the other way,” said Garafolo.
“Trey Hendrickson wants to be in Cincinnati and Cincinnati wants to make it work.”@MikeGarafolo on the latest surrounding the All-Pro pass rusher’s trade market and if he stays put. pic.twitter.com/Pkt1zT2EEo
— PHNX Cardinals (@PHNX_Cardinals) March 14, 2025
Free agency has done no favors for the Bengals, who might have to pay Tee Higgins more after players like DK Metcalf and Davante Adams were able to get their new contracts agreed upon.
Others, like Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby, have helped reset the non-quarterback market, of which Hendrickson is part of.
The reported asking price for Hendrickson does seem a bit ridiculous in nature, especially when considering the veteran is now 30 years old. However, the Bengals know his value, and he could be the difference between winning a Super Bowl and not for some franchises.
We shall see.
