Hendrickson represents Cincinnati’s pass-rush backbone, and Burrow’s success hinges on keeping pressure off him. Hendrickson’s role is pivotal in enabling the offense to outpace opponents while Golden retools the defense behind him, creating a chessboard where Burrow’s scoring potential thrives.

Hendrickson anchors Cincinnati’s edge presence, a veteran voice amid the rebuild. His production under Golden’s system could set the tempo for the pass rush, with Knight and Wilson enabling more favorable matchups and opportunities for Hendrickson to capitalize on disrupted protections.

Hendrickson anchors Cincinnati's edge pressure; his holdout creates defensive uncertainty and could shift sack potential and overall pass rush effectiveness. His presence is pivotal for a defense that needs to close gaps, especially with an unsettled guard spot.

Hendrickson’s contract stand-off with Cincinnati underscores the value of a premier edge rusher. His production, leadership, and on-field dominance make him a cornerstone; trading him for draft capital would be monumental, given the sacks he has produced in recent seasons.

Hendrickson would be a marquee upgrade with proven edge-rush impact. Value comes with a price tag likely including a second-round pick plus a young player and a contract close to elite levels. This would give GB a reliable, high-end presence on the outside while preserving some depth for the future.