Hendrickson (hip/pelvis) is slated to sign a four-year, $112 million contract with the Ravens, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

EDGE Analysis

After a trade agreement that would have sent star defensive end Maxx Crosby (from the Raiders) to the Ravens in exchange for two first-round picks fell apart, it didn't take long for the team to pivot to adding another impact pass rusher. Hendrickson is recovering from December core-muscle surgery, but he'll presumably be past the issue once Baltimore's offseason program begins. In seven games with the Bengals in 2025, the 31-year-old recorded 16 tackles and four sacks, but in both of the two seasons prior to that Hendrickson racked up 17.5 sacks.

The Bengals will not place the franchise tag on Hendrickson (hip/pelvis) by Tuesday's 4:00 p.m. ET deadline, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hendrickson held out in advance of the 2025 campaign before agreeing to terms on a raise that boosted his salary to $30 million, but Cincinnati will now allow the veteran pass rusher to reach free agency. Injuries limited Hendrickson to just even regular-season appearances in 2025, in which span he tallied only 16 tackles (11 solo) including 4.0 sacks, plus one pass defensed and one forced fumble. Still, Hendrickson played all 17 regular-season games in both 2023 and 2024 and tallied 17.5 sacks each of those years, a demonstrable ceiling that will make the 31-year-old defensive end one of the top available free agent son the open market. He's recovering from core-muscle surgery undergone early December, but may already be fully healthy as that procedure carried only a six-week recovery timeframe.

The Bengals placed Hendrickson (hip/pelvis) on injured reserve Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Hendrickson's placement on IR officially rules him out for the remainder of the regular season. The standout defensive end is slated to undergo core-muscle surgery that will carry a six-week recovery timetable due to the lingering injury that's prevented him from suiting up since Week 8. Across seven regular-season appearances in 2025, Hendrickson tallied 16 tackles (including 4.0 sacks), one forced fumble and one pass defensed. He's set to become a free agent this offseason.

Hendrickson is slated to undergo core-muscle surgery later this week and is expected to face a six-week recovery, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

EDGE Analysis

Ben Baby of ESPN.com previously reported that Hendrickson was on track to see a specialist for his injury and would be out this coming weekend against the Ravens. With surgery now on tap, Hendrickson could be sidelined for the rest of the regular season, and he's thus a candidate for injured reserve. The standout defensive end hasn't played since Week 8 and has notched 16 tackles, 4.0 sacks, one forced fumble and one pass defensed over seven appearances on the season.

Hendrickson (hip) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Bills.

EDGE Analysis

As expected, the 31-year-old is now in line to miss his fifth consecutive game as he continues to recover from a hip injury. In seven appearances this season, Hendrickson has recorded 16 total tackles, including 4.0 sacks, and one pass defensed. While he's sidelined Sunday, expect Myles Murphy to start on Cincinnati's defensive line.

Coach Zac Taylor said Monday that Hendrickson (hip) is considered doubtful for Sunday's game against the Bills, Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hendrickson hasn't played since Week 8 and remains week-to-week. The 4-8 Bengals are extreme long shots to make the postseason, so Hendrickson could err on the side of caution and head into the offseason as healthy as possible ahead of a trip to free agency. It's been an injury-riddled 2025 campaign for the soon-to-be 31-year-old, as he's posted 16 tackles (11 solo), including 4.0 sacks, eight QB hits and one pass breakup across seven appearances.

Coach Zac Taylor said Friday that Hendrickson (hip) remains week-to-week, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hendrickson has now missed the Bengals' last four games after aggravating a hip injury in Week 8 versus the Jets, and there's still no concrete timetable for his return. It has been speculated that he could opt to undergo surgery to address the injury in the event that Cincinnati is eliminated from playoff contention, but after a win at Baltimore on Thanksgiving Day, the team's postseason hopes are still alive by a thread. His activity at practice next week will be worth monitoring ahead of another pivotal game at Buffalo.

Head coach Zac Taylor told reporters Monday that Hendrickson (hip) won't play in Thursday night's matchup against the Ravens, Jay Morrison of SI.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

The veteran defensive lineman is now in line to miss his fourth game in a row after aggravating a hip injury in the Week 8 loss to the Jets. Hendrickson is one of the Bengals' most impactful defenders, recording 16 total tackles, including 4.0 sacks, and one forced fumble over just seven games this season. While he remains sidelined, expect Myles Murphy to start at defensive end.

Hendrickson (hip) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Patriots.

EDGE Analysis

Hendrickson has not played since aggravating a hip injury in Week 8 versus the Jets. Sunday will mark the fourth game of the season he'll miss due to injury. The 30-year-old could reportedly require surgery in the offseason, but he plans to delay the procedure to have a chance to return for Cincinnati this season. However, should the team be eliminated from playoff contention, the standout pass rusher's plans could change. Myles Murphy will likely maintain an extended role while Hendrickson remains out.

Bengals head coach Zac Taylor said Monday that the Hendrickson (hip) is doubtful to play Sunday against the Patriots, Charlie Goldsmith of the Dayton Daily News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hendrickson has not played since Week 8 and appears to be toward sitting out versus New England on Sunday, which would mark his fourth consecutive missed game. The standout pass rusher could reportedly require surgery this offseason to address a core-muscle injury but intends to delay the procedure in order to retake the field and contribute for Cincinnati this season. That said, the Bengals currently sit at a 3-7 record, and Henderson's plans could change if the team is ultimately eliminated from playoff contention.