The Cincinnati Bengals and Andre Smith are "not close" to a new deal, according to a report.
Cincinnati decided back in 2011 not to pay an option bonus that would have stretched his first-round contract from four to six years.
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Andre Smith Seeks $9M Per Season
Andre Smith is seeking a contract that pays $9 million per season.
Smith becomes a free agent after just four seasons with the Cincinnati Bengals.
Smith was the No. 6 overall pick in 2009 and is one of the NFL's best right tackles.
The Bengals used their franchise tag this week on defensive end Michael Johnson.
Bengals Use Franchise Tag On Michael Johnson
The Cincinnati Bengals will use their franchise tag on Michael Johnson and not on Andre Smith.
Johnson will make $11.175 million on the tag, while Smith can test the open market.
The Bengals believe the market for a pass rushing defensive end of Johnson's caliber would be stronger than that of a right tackle.