The Cincinnati Bengals have provided an optimistic injury update on pass-rusher Trey Hendrickson, offering hope to fans ahead of the team’s Thursday night matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers. His potential return could bolster the Bengals’ defense as they seek to stay competitive in the NFL race.

The Cincinnati Bengals lost their star pass rusher, All-Pro defensive end Trey Hendrickson, to a back injury during Sunday’s defeat at Lambeau Field. He exited in the second quarter and never returned, leaving questions about the team’s defensive might moving forward.