Hendrickson has criticized the Bengals’ lack of communication, expressed unwillingness to play under his current deal and skipped voluntary workouts. His decision to miss mandatory minicamp in June resulted in fines totaling more than $100,000. But as badly as Hendrickson wants his new contract, Brown would like to retain the superstar.

With training camp within view, the Cincinnati Bengals and Trey Hendrickson have yet to resolve the star defensive end's contract situation, which has been looming for months. Hendrickson said in May he will not suit up under his current contract,

Cincinnati is deep in contract talks with its star edge rusher and top draft pick. Here's what the team's de facto GM and owner said today.