Answering the frequently asked questions surrounding the Cincinnati Bengals and unsigned first-round pick Shemar Stewart.

First-round pick Shemar Stewart continues to not practice for ... won't have Trey Hendrickson or Stewart practicing as two of Cincinnati's defensive ends remain unhappy with their contract status.

Bengals first round pick Shemar Stewart still isn't practicing, despite the offseason program being in full swing. His father was the latest to weigh in on Stewart not being on the field.

The Cincinnati Bengals, who will likely battle it out with the Pittsburgh Steelers for both the AFC North crown and a Wild Card spot, have endured quite an inte

Stewart signs the Tuesday after Week 10 and his case goes to arbitration to decide about his playing status. Stewart refuses to sign at all and re-enters the 2026 NFL draft, where he could be ...

For now, both sides play the staring contest. The Bengals want to insert new language into their contracts that better aligns with the rest of the NFL and have started it with Stewart. He doesn’t want to be treated differently than past Bengals rookies. Hence, a standoff. Again, Stewart will sign with the Bengals and play in 2025.