07-29-2023, 10:53 PM
(07-28-2023, 04:21 PM)jj22 Wrote: Let the truth come out.... This was player driven and odd that he would have discussions after only 1 year into his 4 year deal.
This his Hendrickson's 3rd year on a initial 4 year contract. If Hendrickson had an opt out year on the 4th year of his contract he could have went to management and told them he would like to stay in Cincinnati instead of testing the market next year when he could opt out. The Bengals get him to sign for an additional year plus remove the opt out effectively keeping him 2 more years instead of being able to opt out after this season ends. Thats one scenario.
The other is once he got here he liked it in Cincinnati and being with the Bengals organization and wanted a longer term commitment. The Bengals didnt want to extend only half way through his current contract but added another year so he would be here at least 3 more years. Helps the Bengals know they have a good pass rusher for the next 3 seasons but doesnt commit them long term to someone well in to their 30s plus it lets Hendrickson know he will be here the next 3 years for these Super Bowl runs.
