Hendrickson spent the start of camp away from the team and out of state in Florida. His return to Cincinnati does not indicate that the sides are any closer to an agreement, as he said "things are exactly the same" as when he left.

The star pass rusher spoke about where negotiations stand after moving from a holdout to a hold-in. Plus, Joe Burrow is already in midseason form.

Even though, Trey Hendrickson and the Cincinnati Bengals remain at odds when it comes to reaching a contract extension, the All-Pro defensive end felt it was more important to be with teammates as they prepare for the upcoming season.