Hendrickson, 30, has played a key role on Cincinnati's defense over the past four years. Over that span, he's tallied 57 sacks, 53 tackles for loss and 11 forced fumbles. His 35 sacks over the last two years -- 17.5 in both 2023 and 2024 -- is tops in the NFL .

Having reaffirmed his status as an elite pass-rusher in 2024, Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson is now being paid like one.

The Bengals and Trey Hendrickson have agreed in principle to a new, one-year deal, according to multiple reports. It will make Hendrickson one of the NFL’s highest-paid defenders for 2025, with a $14 million raise to $30 million.