He continues to face new challenges. Stewart didn’t rush as a three-technique defensive tackle in college. For the Bengals, Stewart could rush from that spot on critical third downs and in two-minute situations. He’s also lining up over both the left and right tackles as the coaching staff tries to maximize Stewart’s versatility in his role.

Bengals first-round pick Shemar Stewart did not sign his rookie contract until July 25, ending a long holdout over contract language.

It was a bad day for the Cincinnati Bengals offense, but it could have been a lot worse after rookie first-round pick Shemar Stewart knocked quarterback Joe Burrow to the ground on a pass rush. Burrow hopped to his feet and jogged away from the site of the collision,