Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson and his long-running contract negotiations with his team recently reached a new development, as recent insider reports indicated that the franchise is shopping Hendrickson around interested NFL teams.
In a recent report by NFL insider Jordan Schultz revealed that certain teams in the league have expressed interest in going on a trade deal for Trey Hendrickson.
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Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson (91) walks the field at Cincinnati Bengals practice in Cincinnati on Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025.
“The Panthers, Browns, and Colts are among the teams that have shown interest in trading for Bengals All-Pro Trey Hendrickson, per multiple sources,” Schultz said,in a post on X.
The #Panthers, #Browns and #Colts are among the teams that have shown interest in trading for #Bengals All-Pro Trey Hendrickson, per multiple sources.
An in-division and in-state trade is highly unlikely and any deal will be tough regardless. Cincinnati is believed to want an… pic.twitter.com/DHPnCuPNki
— Jordan Schultz (@Schultz_Report) August 17, 2025
Contract negotiations between the Cincinnati Bengals and four-time Pro Bowl defensive end Trey Hendrickson have been at an impasse since the end of last season, with talks going nowhere even after the team granted him permission to seek a trade in March.
As training camp opened, Hendrickson reported on time but has yet to take the field while Cincinnati listens to outside offers. The 30-year-old edge rusher enters the final year of his four-year, $60 million deal and continues to press for a multi-year extension with guarantees similar to his top-tier peers.
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Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson (91) talks with the offensive linemen during a preseason training camp practice in downtown Cincinnati on Thursday, July 31, 2025.
Despite the stalemate, Hendrickson has made clear he’d rather remain in Cincinnati if the Bengals meet his market value. “I’ve been able to achieve All-Pro honors, Pro Bowl honors… However it shakes out, there’s nowhere I’d rather be,” Hendrickson said, underscoring his appreciation for teammates and the organization.
Trey Hendrickson Gets Honest Opinion From Colts’ DC
Indianapolis’ new defensive coordinator, Lou Anarumo, is making it clear why the Colts have their eye on All-Pro edge rusher Trey Hendrickson. The Cincinnati Bengals have reportedly placed Hendrickson on the trade block, and sources say Indianapolis is among the teams expressing serious interest. What makes the potential fit intriguing is Anarumo’s history with Hendrickson: he coached the pass rusher during his most productive seasons in Cincinnati.
Trey Hendrickson
Cincinnati Bengals Trey Hendrickson speaks at a press conference after practice, Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at Kettering Health Practice Fields in Downtown Cincinnati.
Speaking at a recent Colts training camp practice, Anarumo lauded Hendrickson’s blend of physical tools and professional dedication. “He’s a young 30,” Anarumo said, brushing aside concerns about age.
“He is a workout freak,” headded. “He’s always in the weight room. He’s constantly training. So he’s got a bunch of years left in him for sure. He’s a freak athlete. His numbers speak for themself. I think any team would say, a 17.5 sack guy, we’ll take him.”
How would former Bengals DC Lou Anarumo describe Trey Hendrickson’s value to that defense? 🤔@heykayadams | #RuleTheJungle pic.twitter.com/Rv0P6RoqRq
— Up & Adams (@UpAndAdamsShow) August 10, 2025
Now entering the final year of his deal, Trey Hendrickson is seeking a new contract that matches his recent dominance. Having led the league in sacks in 2024, he’s proven he can disrupt offenses like no one else, Anarumo added.
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