The Cincinnati Bengals were preparing to enter training camp this week despite still being at odds with two prominent pieces of their defense in sack leader Trey Hendrickson and rookie first-round pick Shemar Stewart.

While Cincinnati was able to re-sign wideouts Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins earlier this offseason, it continues to deal with contract issues as Pro Bowl pass rusher Trey Hendrickson and 2025 first-round pick Shemar Stewart are holding out during the first week of training camp.

CINCINNATI — Bengals star pass rusher Trey Hendrickson didn't report for training camp on Tuesday and was officially placed on the NFL's Reserve/Did Not Report list. The 30-year-old wants a new contract and is hoping that his absence is felt and leads to a contract extension in the near future.