{"id":231376,"date":"2025-05-04T16:30:28","date_gmt":"2025-05-04T20:30:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/?p=231376"},"modified":"2025-05-04T16:15:50","modified_gmt":"2025-05-04T20:15:50","slug":"bengals-trey-hendrickson-extension-rumors-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/2025\/05\/04\/bengals-trey-hendrickson-extension-rumors-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"NFL Insider Provides Update on Trey Hendrickson Contract Extension"},"content":{"rendered":"

NFL insider Dianna Russini reports that the Cincinnati Bengals are optimistic about finalizing a Trey Hendrickson contract extension.\u201cI\u2019m still getting really good vibes coming out of Cincy,\u201d she said, suggesting both sides are actively working toward an agreement this offseason.<\/p>\n

https:\/\/twitter.com\/DMRussini\/status\/1918290879447744595<\/p>\n

Trey Hendrickson Contract Extension Talks Picking Up Momentum<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Joe Burrow Playing a Role in A Potential Trey Hendrickson Contract Extension<\/h3>\n

Hendrickson is entering the final year of his contract. He\u2019s coming off a dominant season, leading the NFL with 17.5 sacks. He has been one of Cincinnati\u2019s most reliable and disruptive defensive players since 2021.<\/p>\n

Quarterback Joe Burrow<\/a> recently voiced strong support<\/a> for Hendrickson. \u201cWe need Trey back,\u201d he said. \u201cWe need to give him what he’s worth and what he deserves. He’s earned that.\u201d It\u2019s a bold statement from the team\u2019s leader and reflects Hendrickson\u2019s value in the locker room.<\/p>\n

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Los Angeles Rams offensive tackle Andrew Whitworth (77) blocks against Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson (91) in the second quarter during Super Bowl 56, Sunday, Feb. 13, 2022, at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Calif.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Hendrickson\u2019s Offseason Tension<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n

Despite the current optimism about a potential Trey Hendrickson extension, the situation wasn\u2019t always this stable. Earlier this offseason, Hendrickson was granted permission to seek a trade. That came after frustration over poor communication with the front office. No trade occurred, but the request raised serious questions about his long-term future in Cincinnati.<\/p>\n

Shemar Stewart Draft Pick Not a Threat to Hendrickson<\/strong><\/h4>\n

The Bengals drafted defensive end Shemar Stewart<\/a> in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft. Some thought it signaled a potential replacement. However, both team sources and Stewart made it clear that he\u2019s there to complement<\/a>, not replace, Hendrickson. Stewart even said he looks forward to learning from the veteran pass rusher. The Bengals have already committed big money to stars like Joe Burrow, Ja\u2019Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. Even so, Hendrickson remains a core part of a defense that helped power the team\u2019s playoff runs.<\/p>\n

With organized team activities coming up, the pressure is on. Securing a Trey Hendrickson contract extension would show the Bengals are committed to winning now and keeping their core intact.<\/p>\n

Main Photo: Kareem Elgazzar – Imagn Images<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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