The Cincinnati Bengals and defensive star Trey Hendrickson finally reached a contract agreement, boosting his 2025 salary to $30 million.
The long-awaited resolution to the contract saga between Trey Hendrickson and the Cincinnati Bengals has finally arrived. On Monday, the Bengals and their star defensive end put an end to the uncertainty by agreeing to a revised 2025 contract. This deal will see Hendrickson pocket an additional $14 million, bringing his earnings for the season up to $30 million.
At 30 years old, Hendrickson now finds himself in a more comfortable financial position, aligning his salary more closely with the top earners in his position. However, his new contract still falls short of the hefty extensions recently signed by his AFC North counterparts, Myles Garrett and T.J. Watt, who rake in over $40 million annually.
Since joining the Bengals in the 2021 free agency period, Hendrickson has been a force to be reckoned with, tallying an impressive 57 sacks. This places him third in the NFL, trailing only Watt and Garrett. The Bengals can breathe a sigh of relief as they welcome back their standout defensive player just in time for the regular season.
While the Bengals are undoubtedly pleased to have Hendrickson back in the fold, the celebration may be short-lived. The revised contract, while addressing immediate concerns, leaves the door open for further negotiations when Hendrickson hits unrestricted free agency after the season.