History of Trey Hendrickson in Timeline

Trey Hendrickson is a professional American football defensive end currently playing for the Cincinnati Bengals in the NFL. He was drafted by the New Orleans Saints in 2017 after playing college football at Florida Atlantic University. In 2021, Hendrickson joined the Bengals and has since become a prominent player, highlighted by winning the Deacon Jones Award in 2024 after leading the NFL in sacks, showcasing his prowess as a pass rusher.

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December 5, 1994: Trey Hendrickson's Birth

On December 5, 1994, Trey Hendrickson was born. He is an American professional football defensive end.

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2013: Attended Florida Atlantic

In 2013, Hendrickson started attending Florida Atlantic to play college football.

2016: Finished College Football

In 2016, Hendrickson finished playing college football for the Florida Atlantic Owls.

June 2, 2017: Signed with the Saints

On June 2, 2017, Hendrickson signed a four-year, $3.17 million contract with the New Orleans Saints, including a $706,288 signing bonus.

September 17, 2017: Made Professional Debut

On September 17, 2017, Hendrickson made his professional regular season debut against the New England Patriots, recording three combined tackles in the Saints' 36–20 loss.

2017: Played in East-West Shrine Game

In 2017, Trey Hendrickson played in the East-West Shrine Game and was named the game's defensive MVP.

2017: Drafted by the New Orleans Saints

In 2017, Trey Hendrickson was selected by the New Orleans Saints in the third round of the NFL draft.

2018: Appeared in Five Games

During the 2018 season, Hendrickson appeared in five games for the Saints, recording eight combined tackles and four quarterback hits.

2019: Recorded two sacks against Texans

In 2019, during the regular season opener, Hendrickson recorded two sacks against the Houston Texans on Monday Night Football. He totaled 4.5 sacks, 19 total tackles, and one forced fumble during the 2019 season.

2020: Sacks Against Buccaneers and Chiefs

In 2020, Hendrickson recorded two sacks on Tom Brady in Week 9 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and two sacks on Patrick Mahomes in Week 15 against the Kansas City Chiefs, finishing the season with 13.5 sacks.

March 19, 2021: Signed with Cincinnati Bengals

On March 19, 2021, Hendrickson signed a four-year, $60 million contract with the Cincinnati Bengals. He broke the Bengals franchise record for sacks in a single season.

2021: Single-Season Sack Record

In 2021, Hendrickson set Bengals single-season sack record.

2021: NFL Top 100 Ranking

In 2021, Hendrickson was ranked 73rd by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players.

2021: Signed with Cincinnati Bengals

In 2021, Trey Hendrickson signed with the Cincinnati Bengals of the NFL.

2022: Named to Pro Bowl

In 2022, Hendrickson was named to his first Pro Bowl, and ranked 78th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players.

July 27, 2023: Contract Extension

On July 27, 2023, Hendrickson signed a contract extension through the 2025 season with the Bengals.

2023: AFC Defensive Player of the Week

In 2023, Hendrickson had four tackles, 2.5 sacks, and two forced fumbles in Week 3, earning him AFC Defensive Player of the Week. He finished the season with eight sacks, 32 total tackles, three passes defended, and three forced fumbles and was named to his second consecutive Pro Bowl.

2024: Awards and achievements in 2024

In 2024, Hendrickson had four sacks against the Las Vegas Raiders and earned AFC Defensive Player of the Week. He also recorded 3.5 sacks against the Steelers and earned his second Defensive Player of the Week award of the season. He led the league with 17.5 sacks and was named first-team All-Pro for 2024.