Overview
- Coach Zac Taylor said Hendrickson is doubtful for Sunday’s game in Buffalo and reiterated the team will evaluate him week to week.
- The pass rusher has not played since Week 8 due to a hip and pelvis injury and is working primarily with team trainers.
- The Bengals have declined to place him on injured reserve to preserve the option of a return this season, with some reports suggesting offseason core-muscle surgery could be considered.
- In his absence, Myles Murphy and Joseph Ossai have stepped into larger roles on the defensive front.
- Wide receiver Tee Higgins remains in concussion protocol after a Week 12 injury; he was present for Monday’s walkthrough, but his Week 14 availability is uncertain.