Patriots Eyeing Trey Hendrickson for Pass Rush Boost

0:00From the Daily News Now Network, this is NFL News Today. Subscribe to keep up with every headline, every game. The New England Patriots struggled with past rushing last season, recording just 35 sacks during the regular season. Now, heading into free agency, the team appears ready to spin big on edge rushers to bolster their defense. One name topping the list is Trey Hendrickson from the Cincinnati Bengals, whom analysts see as their prime target. This insider Andrew Callahan has reported the team's interest in adding top talent at the position. Sports illustrated even ranks New England as one of the top two landing spots for Hendrickson, the number one free agent available alongside the EB. Indianapolis Colts. Fans and experts are buzzing about what this could mean for the Pats. At 31 years old, Hendrickson brings proven impact, but his recent injuries and age raised questions about long-term value. Still, his dominance when healthy could transform their front line right away. Hendrickson racked up 39 sacks over the past three seasons and led the league in 2024

1:05with first team all pro honors. A contract to speed with the Bengals has kept him on the market and he's sitting on 81 career sacks through nine NFL seasons. The big question now is whether the Patriots will commit to a lucrative short-term deal, possibly averaging over $35 million a year to land this star. Teams like the Houston Texans have done similar moves with veterans so it could be a smart play for a contender. A quick thank you to our sponsor of today's episode, Headphones in a Pillow, Simple Idea, Surprisingly Addictive, S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com