Contract disputes haven't kept Hendrickson at a distance from the team. According to ESPN's Ben Baby, amid the uncertainty, he has taken an active role mentoring the Bengals' younger defensive linemen, particularly Shemar Stewart, the 2025 NFL draft's 17th pick.

Cincinnati’s likely asking price is one of many factors that still make a trade seem highly unlikely. The fact Hendrickson is already 30 years old doesn’t help. Neither does the fact the team acquiring him will have to turn around and pay him like a top-10 player at his position, too.

Colts' DC Lou Anarumo recently weighed in on Trey Hendrickson's value and impact on defense after coaching him for several years.

Cam Jordan is publicly advocating for the Cincinnati Bengals to extend Trey Hendrickson's contract, emphasizing his crucial role in their defense. Jor

Cincinnati Bengals Director of Player Personnel Duke Tobin says he's a big fan of defensive end Trey Hendrickson and wants him signed.