Bengals, Trey Hendrickson reportedly resume contract negotiations after edge rusher skipped minicamp

Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson skipped the team's recent minicamp due to a contract dispute. The 30-year-old is seeking a long-term extension, as his current contract expires after this season, with a base salary of $15.8 million. Hendrickson, who has achieved notable success with 17.5 sacks in the past two seasons, aims to join the ranks of the NFL's highest-paid pass rushers. Negotiations with the Bengals have resumed. In comparison, Myles Garrett is the highest-paid pass-rusher at $40 million annually, while Ja'Marr Chase tops non-quarterback salaries at $40.25 million. Other pass rushers, such as Micah Parsons and T.J. Watt, are also seeking lucrative deals, leading to a strategic pause to avoid resetting market standards. The Bengals are also in a contract dispute with rookie Shemar Stewart.