Ian Rapoport says Hendrickson proved a point by going quiet, and that point was received. He also said the Cincinnati Bengals and the league’s defending sack leader have been in communication since the draft. Williams’ inbox: Bad look for Joe Burrow to miss Cincinnati Bengals practice for Met Gala?

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport: "The Bengals sometimes function differently, a little slower ... but they do want to keep (Hendrickson) and do a deal."

Cincinnati faces defensive uncertainty as star pass rusher Trey Hendrickson stands firm on not playing under his current contract.