Bengals News (5/22): Shemar Stewart discusses contract holdout

Shemar Stewart sets the record straight.

Shemar Stewart breaks silence on why he remains unsigned by Bengals and the obstacle preventing him from practicing
Both reports paint a similar picture. Stewart doesn’t want to sign his deal and have his guaranteed money impacted in ways that won’t affect Murphy and Mims, and signing the deal as is would give the team precedent for how future first-round picks have to navigate rookie contract negotiations.

Joe Burrow Working Towards An Even Better 2025
The man who dreams of playing in the Olympics returns every offseason to the trainer he had as a boy. Burrow, so intensely and famously private, agreed to be exposed on this year’s Netflix series Quarterback.

NFL Players to Play in Olympics, Tush Push To Stay
“For our players, we think it’s a tremendous opportunity for them to represent their country, to compete for a gold medal, which is the pinnacle of global sports,” NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said Tuesday.

Joe Burrow gives Bengals due credit for contracts with star players
“It says they’re invested in winning,” Burrow said. “I think they want to reward guys that they draft that come in and play great. I think that’s a recipe for success.”

Bengals criticize Hamilton County prosecutor over comments on stadium negotiations
“Despite your lack of involvement or any direct knowledge of ongoing lease discussions, you took liberties last week by making public comments regarding the Team and questioning the Team’s good faith efforts to negotiate a Comprehensive Agreement with the County.”

NFL insider James Palmer has predicted that the Cincinnati Bengals will likely not trade Trey Hendrickson amid his contract extension negotiations and holdout. – Yahoo Sports
Once the Cincinnati Bengals‘ All-Pro pass rusher Trey Hendrickson was given permission to seek a trade, there appeared to be a divide that wasn’t going to be brought back together this offseason.

Joe Burrow’s schedule frustration could soon be resolved as Bengals consider a major shift in game planning | NFL News – Times of India
However, as the league continues to explore international expansion—and as conversations around an 18-game season gain momentum—stars like Joe Burrow and the Bengals are almost certain to headline future global showcases.