CINCINNATI — Duke Tobin doesn't sound very optimistic about Cincinnati's chances of keeping Tee Higgins and Ja'Marr Chase under contract for years to come. He discussed the "hard" task of pulling that off with The Enquirer's Kelsey Conway.

The Cincinnati Bengals and All-Pro wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase enter another offseason of intense contract negotiations. After not being able to agree on a new deal ahead of last season, the Bengals and Chase will now resume negotiations. Chase is entering the final year of his rookie deal with the Bengals.

Cincinnati Bengals director of player personnel Duke Tobin doesn't just have extensions for Ja'Marr Chase and Trey Hendrickson to focus on, there's a more pressing matter warranting attention with Tee Higgins.

The Cincinnati Bengals quietly have a problem brewing with star defensive end Trey Hendrickson. While the spotlight shines on possible extensions for Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, the Bengals are one offseason removed from Hendrickson’s trade request over dissatisfaction with his contact.

Bengals director of player personnel Duke Tobin offered the latest on where things stand with Trey Hendrickson and a possible contract extension.