Trey Hendrickson will not attend Bengals' mandatory minicamp

Trey Hendrickson and the Bengals are at a stalemate over his contract, leading the star pass rusher to skip the team's mandatory minicamp. Despite facing a $105,000 fine for his absence, Hendrickson hopes this move will pressure the Bengals to offer him a long-term deal. Having been a significant defensive force since joining the team in 2021, Hendrickson has consistently performed at a Pro Bowl level, with notable achievements including a first-team All-Pro selection and 17.5 sacks over the past two seasons. As the Bengals focus on retaining offensive talents like Joe Burrow and Ja'Marr Chase, Hendrickson seeks a commitment to the defense by aiming to become one of the highest-paid pass rushers.