The first day of mandatory minicamp for the Cincinnati Bengals was notable for those not fully participating and not present.

This situation has stretched most of the offseason, with the Bengals allowing Hendrickson to seek a trade. When asked about whether the situation was a distraction, quarterback Joe Burrow was very frank about it, saying, “Of course” it’s a distraction.

Joe Burrow was asked Tuesday if Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson skipping mandatory minicamp is a distraction. He didn't hesitate in his response.