The Cincinnati Bengals and Trey Hendrickson have reportedly returned to the negotiating table as the star edge-rusher seeks a long-term extension.

Joe Burrow and Ja'Marr Chase are top players at their positions. Tee Higgins is arguably a top-10 and certainly cemented as a top-20 wide receiver in the NFL. Orlando Brown Jr. and Amarius Mims is one of the better offensive tackle duos in the league.

The former Clemson star just revealed something surprising about what’s happening behind the scenes in Cincinnati.

Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor might be on the hot seat in 2025, sure. But what about a former understudy such as Brian Callahan?

At 28 years old, Burrow has put up impressive numbers throughout his five-year NFL career. He has thrown for 19,001 yards, 140 touchdowns, and 46 interceptions, while completing 68.6 percent of his passes in 69 games. Those numbers have come despite two seasons with major injury issues.

There’s no dodging the expectations in 2025. Cincinnati can’t fumble another season of Burrow’s prime. It’s playoffs (and more) or bust for the Bengals, who are once again poised to boast an elite offense while hanging on for dear life with just enough defense.

Burrow’s name is usually up there alongside the likes of Patrick Mahomes of the Kansas City Chiefs and Josh Allen of the Buffalo Bills. A few other names usually rotate into or near the conversation depending on the year, highlighted by Lamar Jackson of the Baltimore Ravens .

NFL Great Mike Evans Names Bengals Star Ja'Marr Chase His Favorite Young Wide Receiver. Major praise for the Bengals star receiver.

Dick's Sporting Goods' new, exclusive Funko Pop! vinyl figure of Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow is available for pre-order.

This free-agent signing by the Bengals is taking younger teammates under his wing while trying to lead the turnaround.