Earlier this offseason, after leading the NFL with 17.5 sacks, Trey Hendrickson requested a trade from the Cincinnati Bengals. Over a month has gone by since Hendrickson’s trade request. Several other players, including a pair of teammates, have since signed massive contract extensions, but not Hendrickson, who’s set to enter the final year of his contrac.
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Even though there hasn’t been any movement on the Hendrickson trade front the possibility of him being sent to a new team hasn’t dissipated.
Dallas Cowboys
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One of the teams that’s picking in the top-10 selections, the Dallas Cowboys are always looking to mkae a splash. Trading for the NFL’s reigning sack leader would certainly qualify.
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Indianapolis Colts
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With Hendrickson’s former Bengals defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo now calling the shots for the Colts’ defense, it shouldn’t surprise anyone if Indianapolis is considering a move..
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Detroit Lions
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With the Detroit Lions still seeking a second pass rusher to play opposite Aidan Hutchinson, why not go all in for Hendrickson? The Bengals are reportedly seeking a trade return involving a first-round pick and the Lions’ selection at 28 won’t land them someone as good as Hendrickson anyway.
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Atlanta Falcons
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The Atlanta Falcons are in desperate need to build a better pass-rush after finishing 31st in sacks last season. Adding a four-time Pro Bowler like Hendrickson should give the Falcons a sizable boost if they can present a strong enough trade offer.
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Green Bay Packers
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Another team that’s still poised to make a splash this offseason is the Green Bay Packers. Would getting an All-Pro sack artist be what the Packers are waiting to use their first-round draft pick on?
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