Will Bengals’ DE Trey Hendrickson be Fit for Steelers Clash? Latest Injury Update | NFL News – The Times of India

As the night of Thursday Night Football approaches, all attention rests on whether Trey Hendrickson, Cincinnati Bengals’ key defensive player, will compete against the Pittsburgh Steelers. With a disappointing performance of 2 wins and 4 losses this season, Hendrickson’s participation could significantly influence the fortunes of the Bengals.

However, it is unlikely Hendrickson will be part of the game tonight, given his questionable health status due to a hip injury. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport advised it would be a long shot considering the severity of his injury. Despite Hendrickson’s efforts to return to the game, the swift shift between Sunday and Thursday games has hindered full recovery. Even if he does play, it’s anticipated he will have a limited snap count due to his physical condition.

Hendrickson, who hasn’t missed a match since 2022, has demonstrated outstanding defensive consistency this season with 10 tackles and 4 sacks. His absence would have severe repercussions on the struggling defense of the Bengals. Shemar Stewart, the first-round rookie who has been benched since Week 2 due to an ankle injury, is predicted to return tonight and partly cover for Hendrickson.

The fierce rivalry between the Bengals and the Steelers continues as the Bengals welcome the Steelers at Paycor Stadium. The game details are as follows:

Date: Thursday, Oct. 10, 2025
Time: 8:15 p.m. ET
Venue: Paycor Stadium
Location: Cincinnati, Ohio
Stream: Prime Video (free with a 30-day trial at amazon.com/Prime)
Commentators: Al Michaels (play-by-play), Kirk Herbstreit (analyst), Kaylee Hartung (sideline)

The weight on the Bengals increases as trade whispers about Hendrickson continue to circulate. Despite having increased his pay by $14 million this season, the Bengals have not extended his contract, leading to possible discussions before the Nov. 4 trade deadline. The San Francisco 49ers, Indianapolis Colts, Philadelphia Eagles, and Dallas Cowboys are potential suitors. However, the Bengals primary worry is to endure the current challenges. The continued losses, the continuous descent in defensive rankings, and their feeble playoff hopes are pressing problems to address. Regardless of Hendrickson’s participation tonight, his impact on the Bengals’ season is undeniable.