Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson has made headlines after requesting a trade from the team, as confirmed by his agent Harold Lewis. The request for a trade comes after Hendrickson and the Bengals agreed on a one-year contract extension last year, and he is now seeking a long-term commitment from the franchise.
Hendrickson, who had a stellar season finishing with 17.5 sacks in 2021, received a one-year contract extension worth $21 million. Despite his impressive performance on the field, his contract numbers fall short compared to other edge rushers in the league.
While the Bengals have stated that they are not interested in trading Hendrickson, his agent has made it clear that his client is looking for long-term security and commitment from a team. Hendrickson has been a consistent performer for the Bengals since signing a four-year deal worth $60 million in 2021.
This is not the first time a Bengals player has requested a trade this offseason, as wide receiver Tee Higgins also made a similar request in March. Despite his success on the field, Hendrickson has shown loyalty to the team by playing through injuries, such as a broken wrist in the 2022 season.
Hendrickson’s agent mentioned that his client is not looking to be the highest-paid player at his position, but rather seeking stability and commitment from a team. The Bengals organization, led by vice president Troy Blackburn, has been recognized by Lewis as running a family business. It remains to be seen how this situation will unfold as the Bengals navigate Hendrickson’s trade request.
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