The Bengals are trying to set a precedent that they can use in all future rookie deals. Second-round pick Demetrius Knight Jr. signed his rookie contract Saturday and signed a deal that had the language the Bengals wanted. Stewart is now the last one standing.

Cincinnati Bengals first-round pick Shemar Stewart made headlines last week when a report revealed he was working out at Texas A&M facilities during his contract standoff.

Cincinnati selected Stewart with the No. 17 pick in April’s NFL draft, but he has yet to sign his contract due to an issue he and his representatives have with the contract’s guarantees.

Cincinnati Bengals owner Mike Brown sparked controversy by suggesting a unique clause in rookie Shemar Stewart's contract, stating he doesn't want to

It seems to be above his pay grade,' Shemar Stewart's agent said in response to Bengals' Duke Tobin questioning the advice he was giving the rookie.

Bengals executives Mike Brown and Duke Tobin offered updates on the Trey Hendrickson and Shemar Stewart situations on Monday.

First-round pick Shemar Stewart has quickly become a source of frustration for the Cincinnati Bengals, as the rookie has yet to agree to contract terms. What is typically a routine

As Stewart continues his holdout for a better rookie deal, is there any possibility of him returning to college for 2025?