Shemar Stewart couldn’t have been happier to join the Cincinnati Bengals as the 17th overall pick in the first round

Cincinnati Bengals rookie first-round pick Shemar Stewart has yet to sign his deal with the team, and the former Texas A&M Aggies defensive end could be willing to wait as long as it takes.

The Bengals and the Reds individually contribute a significantly greater economic impact than any other entity in The Banks riverside entertainment and sports district, according to a new report.

Bengals first-rounder Shemar Stewart remains unsigned and not participating in minicamp due to an unusual contract language squabble with the team

The Cincinnati Bengals begin their three-day mandatory minicamp today. Last year at this time, there was a lot of attention on quarterback Joe Burrow, whose ability to throw was limited due to lingering pain from his season-ending wrist surgery.

Former Aggie defensive lineman Shemar Stewart expressed his frustration with the Bengals franchise amid contract disputes.

The biggest Bengals’ stories right now are Hendrickson’s absence and Shemar Stewart’s hold-in. The next-biggest story is how a young defense with brand new leadership is trying to change the culture of a group that floundered around in 2024.

NFL Fans Slam Bengals' Front Office Decision Ahead of Preseason Minicamp originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Cincinnati Bengals addressed one of their biggest questions entering the 2025 NFL offseason, retaining both Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins with new long-term contracts.