Is Shemar holding out?

[SunsetBengal]

(07-23-2025, 09:26 AM)George Cantstandya Wrote: If I understand the CBA correctly if the Bengals retract their offer Stewart would become an undrafted rookie and can sign with another team. I think he would still be subject to waivers though??  



In the above case I think he would lose his 1st round pick guaranteed salary if signed with another team.

Stewart could enter the draft again next year if he refuses to sign and does not sign a contract with another professional football league, like CFL.  In the later case the Bengals would retain his rights for 3 years.  If for some reason he was permitted to play in college again this year and does so the Bengals would still have his right next year. 

I think that you are correct. I also read it as he would pretty much be the same as a UDFA.