The New England Patriots have expressed openness to making a significant trade before the 2025 season begins, but one possible option is likely off the table.

The Cincinnati Bengals announced Monday night that they reached a reworked contract with Trey Hendrickson. He’ll now make $30 million this season, a $14 million raise over his prior deal, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter .

A preseason hold-in, Hendrickson did not practice with the team while seeking a new deal. The star pass rusher claimed he wouldn’t play this season without a new contract.

The 30-year-old will remain an unrestricted free agent following the 2025 season, but The Athletic’s Dianna Russini said Hendrickson will return to Cincinnati’s practice on Tuesday.

Eliot Wolf, New England’s executive vice presi

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