The Cincinnati Bengals remain in a contract impasse with their top defender, Trey Hendrickson. NFL sources open up on his market value

Amid contract disputes with rookie pass-rusher Shemar Stewart and All-Pro pass-rusher Trey Hendrickson, the Cincinnati Bengals have reportedly gained a reputation within the NFL for being tough negotiators.

ESPN's Ben Baby reveals what the ideal trade package for Bengals edge rusher Trey Hendrickson would be in a recent article.

Overall, this would be a disaster of a move for the Bengals. The leverage they hold over Hendrickson, including his current contract, trade market, age and how unlikely it is he holds out into the season, are the same reasons they wouldn't consider a trade right now.

Trey Hendrickson is the anchor of Cincinnati's defense. The defensive end was selected by the Saints in the third round in 2017, and after four years in New Orleans, he joined the Bengals.

The Cincinnati Bengals pulled a surprise move, releasing their leading tackler ahead of the team's mandatory minicamp.

The clock is ticking more and more loudly for the Bengals and Hamilton County. The Bengals have until June 30 to extend their current lease at Paycor Stadium. Absent an extension, the lease expires after the 2025 season.

The Cincinnati Bengals sound more excited about the prospects of playing new Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers twice a year than they are concerned. That vibe mostly comes from Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow, who understandably found himself asked about the big move in the AFC North this week at mandatory minicamp.