The contract dispute between the Cincinnati Bengals and star defensive end Trey Hendrickson doesn't appear to be ending anytime soon, and one insider provided some insight on what's causing the holdup.

The Bengals coach sent Hendrickson texts on Monday about OTAs, prompting the player to release a public statement about the team's lack of communication.

Is Hendrickson going to play under his existing contract or will the two sides find a mutual agreement on extending him?