Bengals' Hendrickson Ends Holdout, Seeks New Contract

Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson ended his training camp holdout but continues to seek a new contract extension that offers greater financial guarantees beyond his current $21 million deal for 2025. Despite reporting to camp and being present for practices and meetings, Hendrickson has not taken the field, emphasizing that he does not plan to play without a new contract in place. He led the NFL in sacks over the past two seasons and has been a four-time Pro Bowl selection, making his contract demands a priority for his financial security. Bengals team president Mike Brown expressed optimism about reaching an agreement, while Hendrickson has remained firm on the need for guaranteed money rather than just a higher salary. Hendrickson's presence at camp marks a shift from his previous holdout stance, but the contract dispute remains unresolved, with no indication that negotiations have advanced significantly. The Bengals have also faced similar contract challenges with other players, highlighting broader negotiations issues in their offseason.