Shemar Stewart - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Shemar Stewart's minimal role with Bengals officially puts him on bust watch The Cincinnati Bengals have gotten little to nothing out of 2025 first-round pick Shemar Stewart to date. At what point do they cut their lo...

OCTOBER 7 • STRIPEHYPE.COM

Bengals Coaches Have to Get Shemar Stewart on the Field More Stewart has the most potential out of anybody at defensive end and needs reps.

OCTOBER 2 • SI.COM

Was bitter ex-Bengal Trey Hendrickson holding Shemar Stewart's development? Cincinnati Bengals edge rusher Shemar Stewart's development may have been stunted by newly-departed veteran edge rushers Trey Hendrickson an...

SEPTEMBER 24 • STRIPEHYPE.COM

Bengals-Texans Week 2 inactives prediction: Shemar Stewart creates numbers crunch Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Shemar Stewart appears in line to make his season debut in Week 2, which makes the inactives list tougher t...

SEPTEMBER 20 • STRIPEHYPE.COM

Promising Shemar Stewart injury update teases an imminent Bengals breakout Could Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Shemar Stewart be a sudden X-factor against the Texans in Week 2? Or whenever he may return?

SEPTEMBER 17 • STRIPEHYPE.COM

Quick Hits | Two Cincy Kids In Texas Hold' Em; Update On Joe Burrow And Shemar Stewart When it comes right down to it for Bengals safety Bryan Cook and Texans running back David Montgomery, Sunday’s game (1 p.m.-Cincinnati’s Lo...

SEPTEMBER 17 • BENGALS.COM

Logs full practice Wednesday Stewart (knee) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice.

Impact Stewart did not play in the Bengals' 33-27 Week 1 win over the Buccaneers due to a hyperextended knee that he sustained in a training camp practice in late July. However, his ability to practice in full Wednesday indicates that he'll be available to make his 2026 debut this Sunday against the Texans. Stewart appeared in eight regular-season games last year, finishing with 11 tackles (five solo), including 1.0 sacks, and one pass defense.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Joe Burrow limited at Bengals practice with back tightness, expects to play at Houston

Joe Burrow has been listed as a limited participant in the Cincinnati Bengals' practice because of back tightness

SEPTEMBER 16 • Associated Press

Unable to play Sunday Stewart (knee) is inactive for Sunday's matchup with the Buccaneers.

Impact The defensive end logged a full practice Wednesday, a limited session Thursday and entered the weekend with a doubtful designation. Stewart missed training camp and the preseason after hyperextending his knee in late July, though he returned to practice in early September. It appears that he needs a little more time before he plays in a regular-season game.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Sunday Stewart (knee) is officially designated as doubtful for Sunday's game versus the Buccaneers, Charlie Goldsmith of the Dayton Daily News reports.

Impact Stewart downgraded to limited practice participation Thursday after managing a full practice Wednesday, and it looks like he's trending towards sitting out Week 1. If he can't go, rookie second-rounder Cashius Howell could see an increased share of snaps on the edge.

SEPTEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Bengals Injury Update: Latest DJ Turner Health Status Revealed Ahead of Buccaneers Game All eyes are on two Bengals defenders amidst Friday's final Week 1 injury report. Cornerback DJ Turner II (hamstring) and defensive end Shem...

SEPTEMBER 11 • SI.COM

Logs limited practice Thursday Stewart (knee) was a limited participant at practice Thursday, Jay Morrison of SI.com reports.

Impact Stewart practiced in full Wednesday, but it seems like he may have suffered a setback with his knee during the week. He'll probably end up carrying an injury designation into the weekend unless he can manage another full practice Friday.

SEPTEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Gets in full practice Wednesday Stewart (knee) was a full participant at practice Wednesday.

Impact Stewart hyperextended his knee late in July, but all signs are now pointing towards him suiting up in Week 1 versus the Buccaneers. He'll be looking to earn a larger share of snaps on the edge in his second season as a pro.

SEPTEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to practice Stewart (knee) participated in Cincinnati's practice Wednesday, Yanni Tragellis of CBS reports.

Impact Stewart returned to practice for the first time since hyperextending his knee late last month. While the 2025 first-round pick's status for the team's Week 1 matchup versus Tampa Bay is still up in the air, his presence would provide a big boost to the Bengals' defense if he manages to suit up.

SEPTEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Bengals could consider wild Shemar Stewart trade after Panthers lose his A&M teammate It may be too soon to fire up any chatter about a Shemar Stewart trade, but the Cincinnati Bengals are operating on a different level of lat...

AUGUST 28 • STRIPEHYPE.COM

Coveted Bengals draft target's suspension costs Falcons dearly in Madrid The Cincinnati Bengals' decision to draft Shemar Stewart in the first round doesn't look great, but at least he's not James Pearce Jr.

AUGUST 14 • STRIPEHYPE.COM

Bengals' Shemar Stewart injury, scheme shift open preseason door for 3 pass rushers Shemar Stewart's injury creates huge preseason chances for Cedric Johnson, Antwaun Powell-Ryland and Isaiah Foskey on the Cincinnati Bengals...

AUGUST 13 • STRIPEHYPE.COM

New experienced, vocal leaders are setting a tone for the Bengals defense

The Cincinnati Bengals are focusing on adding veteran players with playoff experience to their defense, aiming to replicate their successful 2021 strategy

AUGUST 10 • Associated Press

Bengals Defensive Linemen Progressing Well From Injury During 2026 Training Camp Good news emerged when it comes to the Bengals depth along the defensive line during Sunday's training camp practice. Shemar Stewart entered...

AUGUST 9 • SI.COM

Shemar Stewart's freaky athleticism saved his 2nd Bengals season The very traits that made the Cincinnati Bengals draft Shemar Stewart so high saved him from a devastating injury in training camp.

JULY 31 • STRIPEHYPE.COM

Deadspin | Bengals DE Shemar Stewart (knee) avoids major injury after scare Deadspin | Bengals DE Shemar Stewart (knee) avoids major injury after scare

JULY 30 • DEADSPIN.COM

"It'll be several weeks": Bengals HC Zac Taylor delivers clear status on Shemar Stewart's "scary" injury after being carted off the field at camp Shemar Stewart was seen as part of the solution to the Cincinnati Bengals' defensive woes.

JULY 30 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Bengals DE Shemar Stewart to miss several weeks because of hyperextended left knee

Bengals defensive end Shemar Stewart is expected to miss most of training camp after hyperextending his left knee during Wednesday’s practice

JULY 30 • Associated Press

Shemar Stewart's Injury Revealed As Bengals Continue 2026 Training Camp Shemar Stewart is looking at a hopefully quick injury recovery after going down in the first few plays of team drills during 2026 training c...

JULY 30 • SI.COM

Out several weeks Stewart will miss several weeks due to a hyperextended knee, head coach Zac Taylor revealed Thursday, Charlie Goldsmith of FOX19 Cincinnati reports.

Impact Stewart was carted off Wednesday due to a left leg injury. The 2025 first-round pick didn't escape unscathed, but this outcome is a positive one given initial fears of a long-term absence. Stewart has a chance to recover before the Bengals kick off regular-season play Sept. 13 against the Buccaneers.

JULY 30 • ROTOWIRE

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Joe Burrow limited at Bengals practice with back tightness, expects to play at Houston

New experienced, vocal leaders are setting a tone for the Bengals defense

Bengals DE Shemar Stewart to miss several weeks because of hyperextended left knee