Cashius Howell shines as Bengals bench Shemar Stewart in win over Ravens

The Cincinnati Bengals earned a 35-13 victory over the Baltimore Ravens, during which rookie Cashius Howell recorded his first career sack. Howell's performance contrasts sharply with that of 2025 first-round pick Shemar Stewart, who was a healthy scratch for this game. Stewart has struggled to find playing time, with just 17 snaps this season, while Howell has begun to establish himself as a reliable pass rusher. The Bengals' decision may indicate they are increasingly confident in Howell's abilities over Stewart's as the trade deadline approaches.

• 11:05 AMYahoo Sports — Cashius Howell could redeem the Bengals for their Shemar Stewart selection