Bengals Holdout Situation Update

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Bengals' Shemar Stewart situation depends on Trey Hendrickson contract negotiations

Shemar Stewart, the first-round rookie, wants improved language in his first NFL deal. Right now, the Bengals are looking at a toothless defense unless some resolutions are reached. ESPN's Ben Solak explains, though, that Stewart's situation is hinging a lot on Hendrickson. Here's Solak's thinking:

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Shemar Stewart needs to come to Bengals realization before it's too late

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Bengals, Shemar Stewart Remain At Impasse On Rookie Deal

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Analyst Questions Trey Henderson's Future with Bengals

The Cincinnati Bengals came into the offseason hoping to upgrade the defense a bit along the defensive line and secondary.

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Cincinnati Bengals’ player under most pressure entering 2025 NFL season

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Cinncinati Bengals' Shemar Stewart Returning to Texas A&M Aggies in Midst of Holdout Rumors Squashed

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NFL Insider Gives Blunt Assessment of Cincinnati Bengals Holdout Situation

The Cincinnati Bengals appear to be at a stalemate with rookie first-round pick Shemar Stewart. The former standout linebacker at Texas A&M University was selected No 17 overall in the 2025 NFL Draft and that’s about as much progress the team made towards officially making him a Bengal.

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Shemar Stewart stands alone as NFL’s last unsigned first-round pick

Shemar Stewart remains the lone unsigned first-round pick from the 2025 NFL Draft. The Bengals' 17th overall pick is still stuck in a frustrating high-stakes contract standoff as training camps are just a few days away.

Checking In On Unresolved Edge Rusher Situations

At the offseason’s outset, we projected the edge rusher market — which had not moved too much aside from Nick Bosa‘s contract since T.J. Watt‘s 2021 extension — would take center stage due to the volume of marquee players entering contract years.

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Cincinnati Bengals’ First-Round Pick Could be Allowed to Return to NCAA

The Cincinnati Bengals and first-round draft pick Shemar Stewart are mired in a pretty nice contract holdout. The Bengals would have the edge if experience in this area was the only criteria; they do this stuff constantly.

Terry McLaurin's Contract and Dramas NFL Teams Want to Avoid in Training Camp

With NFL training camps opening up around the league, it should be time for teams to start focusing on their on-field preparation for the 2025 season. However, a few off-field situations still linger that could create substantial headaches if not addressed soon.