The war is over between Shemar Stewart and the Cincinnati Bengals. After a months-long standoff and war of words, the first-round pick finally signed his rookie deal Saturday, the team announced.

NFL Shemar Stewart ends lengthy Bengals holdout with fully guaranteed $18.97 million contract By Ryan Giancola Published July 25, 2025, 10:51 p.m. ET ...

Bengals pass rusher Shemar Stewart has officially signed his rookie contract, making him the last 2025 first-round draft pick to do so after a lengthy stalemate in negotiations.

Stewart said officially signing the contract meant a lot to him. "It was a pretty cool moment. They made me feel welcome. Made me feel wanted," Stewart said. "Made me feel like I belong here.