Trey Hendrickson

Adam Schefter is reporting that EDGE Trey Hendrickson would “love” to play for the Bucs in 2026.

Fantasy Impact

Hendrickson is set to enter free agency after the Bengals did not place the franchise tag on him. “I think that he would love to be in Tampa,” Schefter said. "... Tampa would be a great fit. I think in a perfect world, Trey would like to stay in Florida. No state income tax. But, he’s also open to going to the best possible situation." Hendrickson would help immediately upgrade the pass rush for the Bucs.

The Bengals are not placing the franchise tag on EDGE Trey Hendrickson.

Fantasy Impact

Hendrickson will hit the open market as he comes off an injury-riddled season. He should still draw plenty of interest in free agency. He is just two years removed from recording 17.5 sacks.

The Bengals say nothing is "on or off the table" regarding franchise tag for Trey Hendrickson.

Fantasy Impact

Hendrickson has been seeking an extension with the Bengals and the two sides were unable to come to an agreement before he played out the final year on his contract this past season. This will remain a situation to monitor. It is possible a tag and trade could happen.

Trey Hendrickson is not expected to return to the Cincinnati Bengals next season and the Indianapolis Colts have emerged as a heavy favorite to land the All-Pro defensive lineman. A tag-and-trade scenario is also in play according to multiple reports.

Fantasy Impact

Hendrickson, 31, suffered through an injury-plagued 2025 season as he was limited to just seven starts before being placed on injured reserve. In those seven starts, Hendrickson still managed 16 tackles, four sacks, three tackles for a loss, and eight quarterback hits. Hendrickson entered the year having made four consecutive Pro Bowls and was a First Team All-Pro selection in 2024 after leading the league with 17.5 sacks. In his nine-year career with the Saints and Bengals, Hendrickson has 81 career sacks and 74 tackles for a loss. He would be a massive addition for the Colts - or for any other team that jumps into the fray during free agency.

The Bengals placed Trey Hendrickson on injured reserve.

Fantasy Impact

Hendrickson underwent core muscle surgery earlier this week. He is expected to miss the next six weeks which will sideline him for the rest of the season. It is possible his time with the Bengals has also come to an end.