Head coach Zac Taylor said last week that the franchise's decision to draft defensive end Shemar Stewart with the No. 17 pick of the 2025 NFL draft had nothing to do with Hendrickson, and that he doesn't "think you can ever have enough defensive linemen, especially in this league and this division."

NFL insider Dianna Russini reports that the Cincinnati Bengals are optimistic about finalizing a Trey Hendrickson contract extension.“I’m still getting really good vibes coming out of Cincy,” she said,

Cincinnati Bengals edge rusher Trey Hendrickson, fresh off of back-to-back 17.5-sack seasons, has been looking for a long-term commitment from the franchise. Some analysts wondered if he would be shipped out if the team didn't want to match his high price point ($30 million APY?) as the All-Pro that he is.