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Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson (91) hangs his head on the sideline in the fourth quarter of the NFL Week 9 game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Cleveland Browns at Paul Brown Stadium in Cincinnati on Sunday, Nov. 7, 2021. Cleveland kept a halftime lead to clinch a 41-16 win over the Bengals.<\/em><\/p>\n A potential trade scenario involving the Cincinnati Bengals and Dallas Cowboys could see Trey Hendrickson swapped for Micah Parsons, reshaping both franchises. Parsons, frustrated with stalled contract talks, has publicly requested a trade, presenting a rare opportunity for the franchise to acquire a game-changing defender.<\/p>\n Hendrickson, Cincinnati\u2019s reigning sack leader, has been in a contract dispute, with the franchise hesitant to commit long-term to the 30-year-old pass rusher. While Hendrickson has reported to camp, his future remains uncertain as the team weighs its options. Acquiring Parsons, six years younger and already a four-time Pro Bowler, would offer a long-term solution for Cincinnati\u2019s defensive needs.<\/p>\n Cincinnati has traditionally relied on a conservative approach to roster construction, but Parsons\u2019 availability could signal a shift to more aggressive team-building. Adding him to a core that includes Joe Burrow, Ja\u2019Marr Chase, and Tee Higgins would solidify Cincinnati\u2019s status as a perennial contender. By pairing Parsons with rookie Shemar Stewart, the team could create a formidable pass-rushing duo for years to come.<\/p>\n![\"NFL](\"https:\/\/gridironheroics.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2025\/08\/USATSI_21771071_168400517_lowres-scaled.jpg.webp\" "\\"NFL")