Bengals predicted to replace Trey Hendrickson with Miami star labeled ‘best player in college football’
The NFL offseason, as it often does, centered around a handful of players seeking new contracts. Cincinnati Bengals pass rusher Trey Hendrickson was at the forefront.
The nine-year veteran entered the final year of his deal hoping for an extension. Instead, the two sides revised his contract for 2025, giving him a $14 million raise. Hendrickson will now make $30 million this season before hitting free agency in 2026.
That leaves Cincinnati preparing to eventually find its next premier pass rusher. CBS Sports’ Ryan Wilson believes the Bengals’ best option may come in the 2026 NFL Draft: Miami Hurricanes edge defender Rueben Bain Jr.
“Rueben Bain Jr. is an explosive, violent edge rusher with rare power and bend, capable of turning the corner from wide alignments and overwhelming tackles with speed-to-power,” Wilson wrote. “He wins with a deep arsenal of pass-rush moves — from bull rushes to inside counters — and plays with exceptional contact balance and hand usage to shed blocks both as a rusher and run defender. Relentlessly disruptive and highly explosive off the snap, Bain consistently collapses pockets, sets a firm edge and makes impact plays from whistle to whistle.”
Bain has been a force during Miami’s 5-0 start that has vaulted the Hurricanes to No. 2 in the country. Through five games, he has two sacks, 19 quarterback pressures, 3.5 tackles for loss, an interception, a pass deflection, and a forced fumble.
"Rueben Bain is the best player in college football," ESPN's Eric Mac Lain said.
While the raw numbers may not pop, Bain has been one of the most disruptive defenders in college football. Pro Football Focus ranks him second among edge rushers with a 95.8 overall defensive grade.
The concern for Bengals fans is what it might take to draft him. Wilson projects Bain going No. 2 overall in 2026, which would likely require a lost season in 2025. That possibility comes with quarterback Joe Burrow sidelined until at least late December. Even if newly acquired Joe Flacco can string together wins, Cincinnati sits at 2-3, though there are some manageable games up ahead.
Chiefs Announce Historic First-Ever Gaming Event at Arrowhead Stadium
Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs saw their winning streak come to an end in Week 5, falling to Trevor Lawrence and the Jacksonville Jaguars 31-28 on "Monday Night Football." Now, the Chiefs have fallen to 3-2 to begin the 2025 NFL season, with a Week 6 battle against Jared Goff and the red-hot Detroit Lions on Sunday.
Kansas City has already hosted two games at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium this season, falling to the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 2 before defeating the Baltimore Ravens in Week 4. And, amid the Chiefs’ dynasty, with three Super Bowl wins in five appearances over the past few years, Arrowhead was also selected as one of 11 U.S. venues for the 2026 World Cup. Now, another big event is set to take place at the stadium for the first time.
On Tuesday, the Chiefs announced that, for the first time, Arrowhead will host Game On! , an interactive fan event where attendees can “compete for prizes by playing games like Madden NFL 26, Fall Guys and Rocket League, learn more about streaming and shoutcasting, and visit the Hall of Honor.” The Oct. 25 event will feature celebrity appearances from KC Wolf, Kansas City cheerleaders, gaming creators and former Chiefs stars
Prizes will include game tickets, autographed memorabilia and Chiefs apparel. Fans also don’t have to be in attendance to participate, as they “can join in the fun from their own personal battle station.”
"Introducing Chiefs Kingdom's first-ever day of gaming ," the Chiefs wrote on X. "At Game On! presented by G.E.H.A, you're invited to play some of your fave games alongside Chiefs Legends and gaming creators for prizes like Chiefs tickets, autographed items, and more!"
Game On! will be on Oct. 25 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT, just two days before the Chiefs' matchup against the Washington Commanders in Week 8's edition of "Monday Night Football."
