Bengals consider trading star rusher to Bears

The Cincinnati Bengals are in discussions with edge rusher Trey Hendrickson about a long-term contract. The Bengals allowed Hendrickson to explore trade options earlier this offseason, but there have been no updates to move forward with this plan. Reportedly, a trade seems unlikely at this moment. However, there is still a chance he could be traded if a deal cannot be reached. The Bengals are eager to retain all of their key players, but Hendrickson’s situation remains unresolved. The Chicago Bears are being mentioned as a possible destination for Hendrickson. Some analysts believe the Bears could use their No. 10 overall draft pick in a trade for him. The Bears have signed a new player, Dayo Odeyingbo, to help with their pass rush, but they may still seek more strength in their defense. Hendrickson has been extremely successful, leading the NFL with 17.5 sacks last season and earning his fourth consecutive Pro Bowl selection. If the Bears trade for him, they would also need to offer a significant contract extension worth about $31 million per year. For now, the Bengals are hoping to secure a strong return for Hendrickson, while the future of this trade remains uncertain.