Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson is not happy about his lack of a new contract, and can you blame him? As an offseason holdout looks almost like a given at this point, the 2024 NFL sack leader spoke with reporters on Tuesday to express his continued displeasure with how Cincinnati is handling contract negotiations with his reps.

A text from head coach Zac Taylor led Bengals All-Pro defensive end Trey Hendrickson to head to Cincinnati, attend Tuesday’s optional team practice as a spectator and speak to reporters.

The Bengals used the No. 17 pick in last month's NFL draft to select Texas A&M edge rusher Shemar Stewart, potentially preparing for life without Hendrickson. The 30-year-old told reporters, "Circumstances changed post-draft. They’re starting to change very openly."