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Zac Taylor explains Shemar Stewart's absence in Bengals' loss to Steelers

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Last updated Sep 29, 2026

Zac Taylor explains Shemar Stewart's absence in Bengals' loss to Steelers

Summary

Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Shemar Stewart did not play in the team’s Week 3 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. Head coach Zac Taylor noted that Stewart, who made his season debut the previous week and recorded his first sack, is still adjusting after returning from a knee injury suffered in training camp. Taylor expressed confidence in the current defensive end group, indicating that Stewart will be gradually worked into the lineup as he becomes more fit. Stewart was the Bengals' first-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft and previously spent time on the Reserve/Injured list last season.

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By the Numbers

•Stewart made his season debut in Week 2, recording a sack.
•He suffered a knee injury during training camp in July.
•Zac Taylor praised the performance of the current defensive ends.
•Stewart played eight games in his rookie season before being injured.
•Taylor indicated Stewart will get more playing time as he improves.

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One week after making his season debut and recording his first 2026 sack, DE Shemar Stewart did not play in the Bengals' Week 3 loss in Pittsburgh.
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