Bengals Grant Trey Hendrickson Permission to Seek Trade

The Cincinnati Bengals have granted star defensive end Trey Hendrickson permission to seek a trade, leading to mixed reactions from fans and teammates. Hendrickson, who has been a pivotal part of the Bengals' defense since joining the team in 2021, is coming off a standout season where he led the NFL in sacks and earned first-team All-Pro honors. With his contract set to expire, the team is prioritizing extensions for other players, notably wide receivers Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, which has raised concerns about the franchise's decision-making. Teammates like linebacker Logan Wilson expressed disappointment over the potential loss of Hendrickson. Analysts argue that losing such a dominant edge rusher could severely impact the Bengals' defense. The move highlights the ongoing challenges the Bengals face in balancing their roster and financial commitments as they navigate the offseason.