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Massive trade target for Commanders gets update, per report

The Washington Commanders could have an opening to make another major trade.

Jeremy Brener

Jan 4, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris (22) runs the ball as Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson (91) defends during the first quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
Jan 4, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris (22) runs the ball as Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson (91) defends during the first quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images / Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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The Washington Commanders have pulled off big trades for wide receiver Deebo Samuel and offensive tackle Laremy Tunsil this offseason, but they could look to make a move on defense.

Cincinnati Bengals pass rusher Trey Hendrickson requested a trade earlier this month, and it's possible that he may hold out if his team doesn't follow through.

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Jan 4, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson (91) pass rushes at the line of scrimmage against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the second quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images / Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Hendrickson could sit out

"I think it's entirely possible, based on what I'm hearing, for him to sit out the year if he doesn't get a new deal," ESPN insider Jeremy Fowler said h/t Bleacher Report writer Andrew Peters. "I think that's his mindset right now."

The Commanders would love to add the league leader in sacks this offseason, helping fill the void that was made empty by Dante Fowler Jr. signing with the NFC East rival Dallas Cowboys.

Hendrickson would be a massive upgrade, and it would further bridge the gap between the Commanders and Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles.

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Jeremy Brener is an editor, writer and social media manager for several On SI sites. His work has also been featured in 247 Sports and SB Nation as a writer and podcaster. Brener grew up in Houston, going to Astros, Rockets and Texans games as a kid and resides in Central Florida. He graduated from the University of Central Florida with a Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism minoring in Sport Business Management. Brener can be followed on Twitter @JeremyBrener. For more inquiries, please email jeremybrenerchs@gmail.com.

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