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Boye Mafe praises Shemar Stewart as Bengals prepare for new season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 11:15 AM

Last updated Jun 1, 2026

Boye Mafe praises Shemar Stewart as Bengals prepare for new season
Summary

Boye Mafe has expressed admiration for teammate Shemar Stewart during the Cincinnati Bengals' voluntary workouts. Mafe, the recently acquired pass-rusher, noted Stewart's eagerness to learn as he enters his second NFL season. Stewart emphasized improved confidence and mental clarity as he prepares for the upcoming campaign, aiming to eliminate doubts from his game. With Mafe, Stewart, and other young edge rushers, the Bengals look to bolster their pass-rushing unit ahead of the 2026 season.

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  • •Boye Mafe joins the Bengals after a Super Bowl win with Seattle.
  • •Shemar Stewart aims for a breakout in his second season.
  • •Mafe and Stewart lead a young group of edge rushers.
  • •Stewart is focusing on mental clarity and confidence.
  • •Cincinnati seeks to strengthen their pass-rushing capabilities.
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  • 11:15 AMYahoo Sports — Boye Mafe impressed with Shemar Stewart heading into their first season together
What they're saying
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Stewart has a lot of potential. Hopefully Mafe helps him capitalize on it.

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