The Cincinnati Bengals face a challenging situation after Pro Bowl defensive end Trey Hendrickson and wide receiver Tee Higgins requested trades due to a lack of contract extensions. Hendrickson has threatened to retire if he doesn’t receive a long-term deal, but his limited leverage and the team’s depth at his position weaken his position. The Bengals’ refusal to accept anything less than a first or second-round pick for Hendrickson will likely lead to a standstill in trade negotiations, exacerbating the situation.