Hendrickson signed a new contract this week, raising his 2025 salary by $14 million in cash to $30 million this season and a chance at free agency this coming spring. A long-term solution was the top option for Hendrickson, but he's glad to have all of this behind him despite the compromise.

The Bengals head to Cleveland to face the Browns in Week 1 (Sept. 7, 1 p.m.) and are currently 5.5-point favorites. Follow along for practice squad signings: The Bengals are bringing back wide receiver Isaiah Williams. Williams had three catches for 33 yards on seven targets in the preseason.