Bengals DE Trey Hendrickson Praises Bears Rookie Despite “Having Him Read” at Cincinnati — “He’ll Be the Future of Chicago”
Cincinnati, Ohio – In a heart-pounding showdown at Paycor Stadium on Sunday (November 2, 2025), Chicago Bears rookie tight end Colston Loveland emerged as the unlikely hero, hauling in two touchdowns—including a game-winning 58-yard catch-and-run with just 17 seconds remaining—to lead the Bears to a dramatic 47-42 comeback victory over the Cincinnati Bengals.
The game saw Chicago nearly squander a 14-point lead in the final two minutes of the fourth quarter as Joe Flacco and Tee Higgins orchestrated a stunning rally to take a 42-41 lead. But quarterback Caleb Williams found
Loveland finished with 5 receptions for 60 yards and two scores, a breakout performance after managing just 11 catches through his first eight games. With Cole Kmet sidelined due to a concussion, the 2025 first-round pick (No. 10 overall) seized the opportunity, showcasing elite run-blocking and a nose for the end zone. “I just tried to do whatever the team needed,” Loveland said postgame, still buzzing from the game-winner. “It felt like a dream—especially against a defense like Cincinnati’s.”
That very Bengals defense, led by defensive end Trey Hendrickson—who “had his number” all night with two sacks and three pressures—offered high praise for the young tight end. Despite the bitter loss, Hendrickson didn’t hold back: “I had him read all game, but that kid is fast and smart. Loveland’s going to be the future of Chicago—a complete tight end who can block, route-run, and score from anywhere. The Bears got it right in the first round.”
Hendrickson’s endorsement, coming from one of the NFL’s top edge rushers (12.5 sacks last season), carries weight as the Bears build their offense around Caleb Williams. After a slow rookie start hampered by a hip injury and competition from Kmet, Loveland’s explosion against Cincinnati silenced doubters. Head coach Ben Johnson beamed: “Colston’s improving every week. He’s not just a tight end—he’s a weapon.”
The win improves Chicago to 5-3, strengthening their grip in the NFC North, while the Bengals fall to 3-6 and face mounting pressure heading into the trade deadline and their bye week. With Loveland ascending, the Bears appear to have found their long-term answer at tight end—a bold draft bet by GM Ryan Poles that’s already paying dividends. Chicago fans now have every reason to dream of January football, with
Former All-Pro WR to Work Out with Bills on Wednesday — Just Hours After Titans Grant His Release
Buffalo, NY – October 21, 2025
After signing a one-year, $4 million deal with the Titans in April 2025, the 33-year-old requested his exit following a quiet start: 10 catches, 70 yards over seven games (one start), and no touchdowns. With Tennessee’s offense sputtering behind rookie QB Cam Ward, the Titans granted the release and absorbed the dead-cap hit. Lockett becomes eligible to sign after 4 p.m. ET on Wednesday — and One Bills Drive is stop No. 1 on a very hot free-agent tour.
Veteran WR Tyler Lockett has asked for and received his release from the Tennessee Titans, per source. Lockett is expected to be free to sign with another team after 4 pm ET Wednesday.
pic.twitter.com/GpDxmoOe3U — Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) October 20, 2025
Per multiple reports, the Bills — sitting 18th in passing yards amid injuries and inconsistency — view Lockett as a potential “secret weapon.” Across 10 seasons in Seattle (3x Second-Team All-Pro; 1x First-Team All-Pro as a punt returner), he brings razor-sharp route-running, contested-catch savvy, and special-teams juice tailor-made for Highmark Stadium’s cold-weather grind. Head coach Sean McDermott is slated to host a private workout at 2 p.m. Wednesday, where Lockett could quickly build chemistry with Josh Allen — who’s been searching for another trustworthy target alongside Amari Cooper.
With Gabe Davis gone and rookie Keon Coleman still finding his stride, Buffalo’s urgency is obvious. Despite his age, Lockett’s durability (143 appearances in 170 possible games) and field-position upside as a returner check boxes the Bills have struggled to fill. Some analysts project a short-term deal in the $1.5–$2 million range — the kind of savvy move that can lock in a playoff berth. The buzz hasn’t hurt: social chatter suggests stars around the league have already encouraged Lockett to embrace Buffalo, adding emotional momentum to a football-first fit.
Lockett has said he wants “one to two more years to chase a ring.” Armed with a business degree from Kansas State and a strong philanthropic profile, he’s chasing impact as much as stats. Wednesday’s workout isn’t just a session — it’s a promise of renewal inside Bills Mafia. If a deal materializes, a Week 8 debut against Miami is on the table, adding another dimension to Buffalo’s aerial attack — even in those 40-mph gusts.
From third-round “steal” in 2015 to one of the hottest names of 2025, Lockett’s arc is persistence personified. Is Buffalo his final chapter? We’ll know soon — when an All-Pro spark might just light up Bills Nation and push them back toward Super Bowl heights.
