Texas A&M Aggies edge rusher and Cincinnati Bengals rookie Shemar Stewart was the talk of the NFL after holding out from rookie minicamp.

When the Cincinnati Bengals selected Shemar Stewart in the first round of the 2025 NFL draft, it didn't have much to do with Trey Hendrickson and the All-Pro's current contract standoff with the team.

Former Texas A&M defensive lineman Shemar Stewart has yet to sign his rookie contract with the Cincinnati Bengals, causing him to miss his first practice with the team Friday. Cincinnati selected Stewart with the No.

It's worth noting that Turner didn't sign his rookie contract until July 21. The Bengals signed first round pick Amarius Mims one day later. Turner and Mims were taken 17th and 18th overall in the 2024 NFL Draft, respectively.