On today's edition of The Stone Shields Show we discuss Bengals trade rumors from ESPN on Logan Wilson, Cam Taylor-Britt and Trey Hendrickson, Casey McCollister joins us to discuss the state of the Bengals organization, top Billy Napier replacements at Florida and Stone's CFB Top 10 entering Week 9.

As the 2025 NFL trade deadline approaches on November 4, the Cincinnati Bengals find themselves at a crossroads, potentially shifting from contenders to rebuilders amid a disappointing season. With a 3-5 record following their recent Thursday Night Football win, speculation swirls around key defensive players: cornerback Cam Taylor-Britt, linebacker Logan Wilson, and edge rusher Trey Hendrickson. Rumors suggest the Bengals could be open to deals if losses mount, prioritizing cap flexibility for extensions like Ja'Marr Chase's while addressing defensive inconsistencies.

Trey Hendrickson, the Bengals' star pass rusher with 12 sacks last season, tops most trade candidate lists. At 30, he's requested a trade multiple times since 2024, citing contract frustrations despite his $15 million base salary in 2025. The Bengals have granted permission to seek deals, initially demanding a 2026 first-round pick plus a player, but recent reports indicate they've softened to a young contributor and a mid-round selection. Interested teams include the Eagles, Colts, Cowboys, 49ers, Panthers, and Bears, with fan proposals envisioning swaps like Hendrickson to Philadelphia for Dallas Goedert and assets. His departure would leave a massive hole opposite Sam Hubbard, but could net draft capital for a reset.

Linebacker Logan Wilson, a steady tackler with 135 stops in 2024, has drawn quieter buzz. Recently benched for rookie Barrett Carter in Week 6, his role has sparked trade chatter. ESPN's Matt Bowen ranks him as a mid-tier candidate, noting his $6 million 2026 base makes him affordable for contenders like the Colts, who need linebacker depth. Hypothetical packages bundle him with others, such as a Colts deal for Wilson, Taylor-Britt, and Hendrickson in exchange for multiple picks.

Cornerback Cam Taylor-Britt, a 2022 second-rounder known for his ball-hawking (four interceptions last year), appears in speculative trades as a high-upside piece. Ranked No. 20 on trade lists, he's eyed by teams like the Cowboys in mocks involving CeeDee Lamb or Trevon Diggs swaps. The Eagles and others view him as a gamble amid Bengals' secondary woes, especially with his recent absence due to injury

While Hendrickson's rumors dominate, Wilson and Taylor-Britt's inclusion hints at a potential fire sale if Cincinnati falters against the Jets and Bears. Bengals brass remains noncommittal, but ownership's history of frugality fuels the speculation. A trade spree could reshape the AFC North, but for now, it's all whispers until deadline day.

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