Brad Holmes was asked about the Lions' interest in Trey Hendrickson. Here's what he said

Detroit Lions fans have been hoping to see a big move to bring in an edge rusher this offseason, and Cincinnati Bengals edge rusher Trey Hendrickson has been at the top of their wish list.

The Lions released Za'Darius Smith and are slated to sport a starting duo of Aidan Hutchinson and Marcus Davenport along the edge, but Davenport has had issues staying healthy during his career.

Furthermore, injuries have left the Lions' depth in a precarious spot, with Josh Paschal being a question mark for the start of the season and rookie Ahmed Hassanein suffering a pec injury that leaves his status up in the air.

With trade rumors surrounding Hendrickson heating up recently, Kay Adams asked Lions general manager Brad Holmes if he'd have any interest in trading for the four-time Pro Bowler, who has tallied back-to-back 17-sack seasons.

Here's what he said.

Adams: “Back to back 17-plus-sack seasons sound interesting to you, Brad?"

Holmes: "I mean, sacks are good."

Adams: "An EDGE potentially? The world wants to know."

Holmes: "Sacks are good. We have a pretty good one now."

While we appreciate Adams asking the question, there was no way Holmes was ever going to admit his interest in Hendrickson, even if he has a ton.

Before that exchange, Holmes had this to say about trades in general.

"But that was me and Dan (Campbell's) vision and plan from the get-go, is to build through the draft. And that’s why we’ve been able to stay consistent. But no, we’re not scared (to make a trade)," said Holmes. "I learned a lot from Les Snead and the 'F them picks' (philosophy with the Rams)."

"And if it comes, I don’t think we’ve shown a time where we’ve been scared to really do something or make a move," he added. "But it’s always going to be calculated and there’s gotta be a little bit of strategy behind it."

According to The Athletic's Dianna Russini and Paul Dehner Jr., the Bengals are seeking a young defensive player and a first-round pick for Hendrickson.

That's a lofty asking price, especially when you consider Hendrickson must also be extended on a deal that should pay him north of $30 million annually.

There are quite a few roadblocks for the Lions acquiring Hendrickson. For starters, they're going to be very hesitant to give up what the Bengals are asking.

An extension would be difficult, also. The Lions are slated to be $43.4 million over the cap in 2026, so fitting in Hendrickson's big contract will be difficult and will also make extending homegrown players tough.

Further, when you include what will be a hefty deal for Hutchinson, the Lions would be allotting a huge chunk of their salary cap to two edge rushers.

Do we want to see the Lions throw caution to the wind and make a big splash by bringing in Hendrickson, who could very well be the missing piece?

Absolutely, but we don't think Holmes, who has expressed confidence in his current group, is going to do it.