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Other NFL teams are joining Bengals fans in wondering the same thing about Shemar Stewart

Shemar Stewart has played only 17 snaps through five games for the Cincinnati Bengals. With the NFL trade deadline two weeks away, a few teams are keeping close tabs on the second-year defensive end.

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Joe Burrow Says Trey Hendrickson Is 'Excited to Hit Me a Little Bit' After Leaving the Bengals

For years on the Kettering Health practice fields, Trey Hendrickson spent his afternoons screaming off the edge toward Joe Burrow, only to pump the brakes at the last split second because of the non-contact red jersey.

Joe Burrow News / HITC / October 22

What did Joe Burrow have to say after Vice President JD Vance’s visit to Bengals’ practice?

Cincinnati Bengals QB Joe Burrow discussed Vice President JD Vance’s visit to the team’s practice on October 21. Vance came to support the Bengals at practice before their game on Sunday against the Baltimore Ravens, as the Ohio native waited outside the team’s locker room to greet them after their session.

Cincinnati Bengals News / HITC / October 22

‘Humiliating’ – NFL’s Cincinnati Bengals’ treatment of Vice President JD Vance draws fan attention

U.S. Vice President JD Vance went inside the Cincinnati Bengals locker room after their practice on October 21 to greet the players, but it didn’t go to plan.

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Zac Taylor News / Athlon Sports / October 21

Zac Taylor Addresses the Bengals' AFC North Drought Since Their Thanksgiving Win in Baltimore

The last time the Cincinnati Bengals walked off a division rival’s home turf with a victory, turkey was on the menu. Joe Burrow returned under the primetime

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Athlon Sports / October 21

3 Truths and 2 Lies About the Bengals Heading Into Week 7 vs. Ravens

The Cincinnati Bengals step back onto the field in Week 7 after an early Week 6 bye, walking straight into the biggest divisional test of their season.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Athlon Sports / October 21

Bengals Linked to All-Pro Safety as Cincinnati's Safeties Rank 29th by PFF Grade

Cincinnati Bengals safety help could come from an unlikely source. PFF’s Bradley Locker sent Los Angeles Chargers star Derwin James Jr. to Cincinnati in his list of 10 fairy-tale trades ahead of the deadline, and a front office that already landed Dexter Lawrence has shown it will make a big swing.

Joe Burrow News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / October 21

Joe Burrow Reacts to Vice President JD Vance Attending Bengals Practice

The Bengals hosted Vice President JD Vance during their practice session on Wednesday. A few members of the team got to meet the politician as Vance toured the Paycor Stadium facilities following Wednesday's outing.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / October 21

JD Vance Attends Bengals Practice After Cincinnati Visit

Vice President JD Vance attended Bengals practice on Wednesday afternoon. Vance spent more than a half hour on the practice field. The Bengals are preparing for Sunday's game against the Ravens.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Athlon Sports / October 21

Will the Bengals Trade Shemar Stewart? Cashius Howell's Rise Leaves Him Buried

Cincinnati Bengals fans have watched a first-round pick all but disappear from the defensive line rotation, and the rest of the league has noticed. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reported Wednesday that a few teams are tracking edge rusher Shemar Stewart ahead of the Nov.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Zac Taylor News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / October 21

Zac Taylor Drops Latest Bengals Practice Statuses as Team Health Improves Entering Ravens Matchup

It's all game weeks all the time for the Cincinnati Bengals moving forward in 2026. Zac Taylor's team is rolling into another practice today with pretty much every name on the active 53-man roster ready to row together and face the Ravens.

Shemar Stewart News / Pro Football Rumors / October 21

Teams ‘Tracking’ Bengals DE Shemar Stewart Before Trade Deadline

It has only been a year and a half since the Bengals spent the 17th overall pick in the 2025 draft on defensive end Shemar Stewart, but he already may be a change-of-scenery candidate.

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Shemar Stewart News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 21

Multiple Teams Eying Bengals DE Shemar Stewart As Trade Target

According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, a few teams around the league are tracking whether the Bengals will make former first-round DE Shemar Stewart available ahead of the trade deadline.

Shemar Stewart News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / October 21

Report: NFL Teams 'Tracking' Young Bengals Defender For Potential Trade

One young Bengals piece could be a hot option for teams trying to add talent over the next three weeks. ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reported on Wednesday that Shemar Stewart is a name "teams are tracking" as the trade deadline approaches on Nov.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / October 21

Referee Report: Bengals To End Longest White Hat Drought Sunday Vs. Ravens

The Cincinnati Bengals’ longest referee drought will come to an end Sunday in Baltimore. For the first time in more than three years, Shawn Smith will work a Bengals game.

NFL News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / October 20

Bengals Get Encouraging Injury News on Key Playmaker Ahead of Ravens Game

Every game is important in the NFL. However, the Cincinnati Bengals are preparing for a massive Week 7 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens. The AFC North is one of the most competitive divisions in the league.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / October 20

Familiar face returns to the Bengals and there’s a path for him to see the field for the very first time

The Cincinnati Bengals altered their practice squad Tuesday in preparation for their Week 7 battle against the Baltimore Ravens. A rookie with Cincinnati ties claimed one of the open spots.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 20

Bengals vs. Ravens bold predictions for AFC North clash in Week 7

For the Cincinnati Bengals, Ja’Marr Chase saved some money by appealing. As for the Baltimore Ravens, their kicker is on notice. These teams meet in a Week 7 AFC North clash, and here are bold predictions for the contest.

Demetrius Knight Jr. News / A to Z Sports / October 20

Bengals linebacker Demetrius Knight Jr. is proving why Cincinnati bet on him after rough rookie season

The Cincinnati Bengals stood pat at linebacker this offseason and trusted Demetrius Knight Jr. to grow after a difficult 2025 campaign. The last three weeks of tape offer a clearer picture of where that development stands.

Russ Yeast News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 20

Bengals Promote S Russ Yeast Among Four Moves

The Cincinnati Bengals announced they have signed S Russ Yeast from the practice squad to the active roster. Additionally, the Bengals signed LB Emany Johnson and TE Josh Kattus to the practice squad and released S Isaiah Nwokobia from the practice squad.

Tanner Hudson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 19

Bengals Place TE Tanner Hudson On IR

The Cincinnati Bengals announced they have placed TE Tanner Hudson on injured reserve. Hudson suffered a torn pectoral muscle and is expected to miss the rest of the year.