NFL rookies rarely face much drama when it comes to contract haggling, but this offseason has been a little different. In addition to the bizarre Shemar Stewart situation, where he's threatening to return to Texas A&M over signing with the Cincinnati Bengals,

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

The Cincinnati Bengals appear to be at a stalemate with rookie first-round pick Shemar Stewart. The former standout linebacker at Texas A&M University was selected No 17 overall in the 2025 NFL Draft and that’s about as much progress the team made towards officially making him a Bengal.

First-round pick and unsigned rookie Shemar Stewart was spotted working out at his old college facilities, but a new report has set the record straight.

Shemar Stewart, the first-round rookie, wants improved language in his first NFL deal. Right now, the Bengals are looking at a toothless defense unless some resolutions are reached. ESPN's Ben Solak explains, though, that Stewart's situation is hinging a lot on Hendrickson. Here's Solak's thinking:

Shemar Stewart remains the lone unsigned first-round pick from the 2025 NFL Draft. The Bengals' 17th overall pick is still stuck in a frustrating high-stakes contract standoff as training camps are just a few days away.

Cincinnati Bengals first-round pick Shemar Stewart remains unsigned due to contract language disputes. The Texas A&M pass rusher could re-enter the 2026 NFL Draft or potentially return to college football if negotiations fail,

Since being drafted, Stewart and the Bengals' front office have been engaged in a constant battle over his rookie contract, while he has reportedly been working out at the Texas A&M facility during the summer. Stewart's contract holdout has led to an idea ...