But it is. They opted to suddenly change their contract language regarding the voiding of guarantees. And it wasn’t a 2025 change; they used the old language in the new contracts signed by receivers Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. Then, when they drafted Stewart, it was time to change the language.

All-Pro linebacker Roquan Smith has been a thorn in the Cincinnati Bengals’ side since the Baltimore Ravens acquired him during the 2022 season. Before that, he was a member of the Chicago Bears, who selected him with the No. 8 overall selection of the 2018 NFL Draft.

For Hunter, as the top overall pick, it's just a matter of economics. The No. 1 overall pick in 2023, quarterback Bryce Young signed a four-year, $37.96 million contract that is fully guaranteed. The following year, quarterback Caleb Williams signed a four-year contract worth $39.45 million with the Chicago Bears that was fully guaranteed as well.

It is overwhelmingly easy for Cincinnati Bengals fans to turn on first-round edge rusher Shemar Stewart. He’s a raw prospect who is expected to contribute in Year 1 for a Super Bowl contender.

With contract negotiations resuming between Trey Hendrickson's camp and the Cincinnati Bengals, it is once again a painful reminder than first-round rookie Shemar Stewart remains unsigned and has ...

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The Cincinnati Bengals focused on trying to rebuild one of the worst defenses in the NFL, taking Texas A&M edge rusher Shemar Stewart with the 17th overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft.. The Bengals ...

The Cincinnati Bengals drafted Texas A&M defensive end Shemar Stewart 17th overall Thursday, in the first round of the 2025 NFL draft. Stewart appeared in 37 games over three seasons with Texas A ...

Texas A&M's Shemar Stewart was selected by the Cincinati Bengals in the first round. Here's what NFL fans can expect from the former Aggie.