Shemar Stewart - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Around the AFC North: Joel Bitonio Announces His Retirement After 12 Seasons With Browns Shemar Stewart is putting his difficult rookie season with the Bengals behind him. Mike McCarthy thinks Jalen Ramsey can have Charles Woodso...

JUNE 9 • BALTIMORERAVENS.COM

Around the AFC North: Browns Not Trading Another Defensive Leader After Myles Garrett's Departure Shemar Stewart is putting his difficult rookie season with the Bengals behind him. Mike McCarthy thinks Jalen Ramsey can have Charles Woodso...

JUNE 8 • BALTIMORERAVENS.COM

Encouraged Shemar Stewart Springs Into Year 2: 'He's Like A Sponge When It Comes To Knowledge' Shemar Stewart doesn't have to look far down the Bengals defensive line to see the benefits of the NFL's second-year leap.

MAY 29 • BENGALS.COM

Bengals' NFL Draft failures put on blast in first-round picks rankings NFL Stock Exchange ranked Cincinnati Bengals defensive linemen Myles Murphy and Shemar Stewart as two of the worst first-round picks since 2...

MAY 21 • STRIPEHYPE.COM

Bengals' Shemar Stewart Makes Big Change in Effort to Maximize NFL Longevity Shemar Stewart appears to be doing what it takes to succeed.

MAY 13 • SI.COM

Bengals projected starting defense in 2026 makes Shemar Stewart look like a bust already | Sporting News This is not a good look for the 2025 1st-rounder.

MAY 11 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Bengals able to address pass rush while adding depth in other areas

Duke Tobin’s biggest draft move didn’t happen while the Cincinnati Bengals were on the clock

APRIL 26 • Associated Press

Bengals select Texas A&M edge rusher Cashius Howell with their first pick of the NFL draft

The Cincinnati Bengals continued to invest in their pass rush Friday night by selecting Texas A&M edge rusher Cashius Howell with their first pick of the NFL draft

APRIL 25 • Associated Press

Even with Lawrence trade, Bengals still seeking upgrades to defense as they approach the NFL draft

Even with Saturday night’s trade for defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence, the Cincinnati Bengals will still be looking for ways to improve a struggling defense

APRIL 15 • Associated Press

Around the AFC North: Mike McCarthy 'Confident' Aaron Rodgers Will Play in 2026 Todd Monken is looking for clarity in Cleveland’s quarterback battle as he decides on practice reps. The Bengals haven’t lost faith in Shema...

MARCH 31 • BALTIMORERAVENS.COM

2026 NFL Mock Draft: Giants, Commanders Land Ohio State Stars; Who Gets Ty Simpson?

Following the historic combine and free-agent frenzy, Ben Arthur sorts out the first-round Buckeye barrage and where the draft's QB2 lands.

MARCH 25 • FOX SPORTS

2026 NFL Mock Draft: Giants, Commanders Land Ohio State Stars; Who Gets Ty Simpson?

Disappoints during rookie campaign Stewart recorded 11 total tackles (five solo), including 1.0 sacks, and one pass defensed across eight games in 2025.

Impact Stewart, a 2025 first-round pick from Texas A&M, didn't participate in the Bengals' offseason program and failed to report to training camp on time due to a post-draft contract dispute. This may have contributed to his slow start in the NFL, as he recorded just six total tackles over his first five games. Stewart also struggled to stay healthy, missing nine contests due to a lingering knee injury. Despite the setbacks, 22-year-old will likely operate as one of the Bengals' top edge rushers during the 2026 season.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

The Top Offseason Goal for Every NFL Team That Missed the Playoffs

What do the 18 teams who missed the NFL playoffs need to do in order to make the postseason next year? Here's our No. 1 offseason goal for a...

JANUARY 9 • FOX SPORTS

The Top Offseason Goal for Every NFL Team That Missed the Playoffs

Ja'Marr Chase ties Bengals' Shemar Stewart in an unbelievable statistic | Sporting News This statistic is difficult to comprehend.

JANUARY 7 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Joe Burrow's Bengals miss playoffs for the 3rd straight year

The Cincinnati Bengals had their worst finish since 2020 as they went 6-11

JANUARY 5 • Associated Press

Bengals defense takes another step with strong performance versus Arizona

Facing the seventh-ranked passing game in the NFL, the Cincinnati Bengals’ maligned defense turned in its best performance of the season in a 37-14 victory over the Arizona Cardina...

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Developing Bengals defense ready for a strong Cardinals passing game

The Cincinnati Bengals defense is looking to build on a newfound confidence as they host the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday

DECEMBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Activated for Week 16 Stewart (knee) was activated from the injured reserve list Friday and has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Dolphins.

Impact Stewart had missed the Bengals' last five games due to a knee injury suffered in the Week 9 loss to the Bears, but following a week of full practice sessions, he's ready to suit up Sunday. The 2025 first-round pick from Texas A&M has tallied just six total tackles in five appearances this season. Now fully healthy, he's expected to start opposite Myles Murphy in Week 16.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ewers vs. the edge: Shemar Stewart & Myles Murphy hold Bengals' keys to Week 16 Led by Myles Murphy and Shemar Stewart -- the Cincinnati Bengals' pass rush looks to capitalize on Quinn Ewers' first NFL start.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • STRIPEHYPE.COM

Falcons' rookie sensation looks better by the week due to Bengals' draft-day blunder The Atlanta Falcons are certainly taking advantage of the Cincinnati Bengals' decision to draft Shemar Stewart over James Pearce Jr.

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Won't play Sunday Stewart (knee) has been downgraded and ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Ravens.

Impact The rookie defensive end is now in line to miss his fifth consecutive game as he continues to recover from a knee injury sustained in the Week 9 loss to the Bears. While Stewart remains sidelined, expect Myles Murphy and Joseph Ossai to start on the Bengals' defensive line.

DECEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Likely sidelined for Week 15 Head coach Zac Taylor told reporters Friday that Stewart (knee) is doubtful to return for Sunday's matchup against the Ravens, Geoff Hobson of the Bengals' official site reports.

Impact Stewart returned to practice this week after missing the Bengals' last four contest due to a knee injury, but it appears he isn't ready for in-game action just yet. The 2025 first-round pick from Texas A&M has appeared in just five games this season, recording six total tackles. He's expected to remain on the injured reserve list through Week 15, suggesting Myles Murphy and Joseph Ossai will serve as Cincinnati's top defensive ends Sunday.

DECEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Rashod Bateman Sidelined; Tee Higgins Won't Play for Bengals Star Bengals WR Tee Higgins won’t play due to a concussion and first-round rookie Shemar Stewart is doubtful.

DECEMBER 12, 2025 • BALTIMORERAVENS.COM

Bengals hope to get Shemar Stewart back this week. Tee Higgins in concussion protocol

The Cincinnati Bengals are hoping to get one important player back on the field this week while keeping another from exiting the lineup

DECEMBER 10, 2025 • Associated Press

Bengals' 2025 first-round pick trends towards a return from injury after IR stint | Sporting News Cincinnati Bengals 2025 first-round pick Shemar Stewart is trending towards a return to the lineup after missing four straight games.

DECEMBER 10, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

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