The Athletic's Paul Dehner Jr. sounded off on the Cincinnati Bengals defense after their showing against the Washington Commanders.

A massive trade proposal has NFL sack leader Trey Hendrickson has him going to the Browns for Kenny Pickett and Greg Newsome.

Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels did not attempt a pass against the Bengals, but did score on a 14-yard touchdown run.

The Week 2 NFL preseason schedule closes out when the Cincinnati Bengals visit the Washington Commanders on Monday. Last week, the Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Bengals, 34-27. On the other side, the Commanders were blown out 48-18 by the New England Patriots.

A couple of receivers make strong cases while the starting defense is once again woeful in 31-17 win over the Commanders.

Myles Garrett requested a trade from the Cleveland Browns, who answered back with a record-setting contract extension. The Bengals might be playing hardball, but they will likely have to produce a contract around the same amount as Garrett's to keep Hendrickson from walking out of the building.

The Patriots called the Bengals about trading for Trey Hendrickson, but reportedly feel Cincinnati is asking for "too much."