While Cincinnati was able to re-sign wideouts Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins earlier this offseason, it continues to deal with contract issues as Pro Bowl pass rusher Trey Hendrickson and 2025 first-round pick Shemar Stewart are holding out during the first week of training camp.

The relationship between the Cincinnati Bengals and EDGE rusher Trey Hendrickson has been dwindling in recent months after the long-time Bengals pass rusher made it public that he's expecting a big pay day before the start of the 2025 season.

The Cincinnati Bengals aren't new to contract disputes. Still, the fracas surrounding rookie Shemar Stewart's contract covers new ground. Usually, first-round contracts are straightforward, with terms outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.