Bengals coach Zac Taylor updates on Shemar Stewart's leg injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 4:06 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Shemar Stewart suffered a left leg injury during the first practice of training camp on July 29. Stewart hyperextended his knee and was carted off the field for further evaluation. Bengals head coach Zac Taylor indicated that Stewart avoided a major injury but will be sidelined for several weeks. The injury occurred during Stewart’s second rep of team drills when he became entangled with offensive lineman Cody Ford. This setback follows a challenging rookie season for Stewart, who dealt with previous injuries and contract disputes. His recovery will affect his preparation for the upcoming season.
- •Shemar Stewart suffered a left leg injury on July 29.
- •Taylor reported Stewart hyperextended his knee during drills.
- •Stewart is expected to miss several weeks of training camp.
- •He played eight games last season, recording one sack.
- •Stewart was drafted No. 17 overall in 2025.
- 4:06 PMYahoo Sports — What Bengals coach Zac Taylor said about Shemar Stewart's leg injury
"Here is the latest update on Bengals defensive end Shemar Stewart's left leg injury.
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