It's been nearly two months since Trey Hendrickson has had anything to say about his ongoing contract standoff with the Cincinnati Bengals. Back in May, the 2024 NFL sack leader made it clear that he won't be suiting up this year under the terms of his current contract,

The Bengals presumably want more bodies on the interior of the defensive line after BJ Hill showed up in a walking boot to spring workouts. They still have high hopes for the Kris Jenkins Jr.-McKinnley Jackson tandem and signed T.J. Slaton in free agency, but more players to soak up snaps is a smart move.