Trey Hendrickson contract: Bengals, star DE agree to major raise in final year of deal after lengthy standoff

The Cincinnati Bengals have reached an agreement with star defensive end Trey Hendrickson to restructure his contract, providing him with a significant raise in the final year of his current deal. Hendrickson, who led the NFL in sacks last season, had been engaged in a lengthy standoff with the Bengals over his contract situation. The new agreement will see Hendrickson's 2023 salary increase from $8 million to $18 million, making him one of the highest-paid defensive players in the league. This move comes as the Bengals look to retain their top pass rusher and continue their push for a Super Bowl championship. Despite the raise, Hendrickson is still slated to become a free agent after the 2023 season, leaving the door open for potential future negotiations or his departure from the team. The resolution of this contract dispute is seen as a significant victory for the Bengals, who have now secured the services of their star defensive player for at least one more season.