Shemar Stewart is refusing to practice until the Bengals remove uncharacteristic language from his rookie contract, and says his teammates support this decision.

The Cincinnati Bengals and one of their star (potentially) players are in a contract dispute. The Bengals and their unsigned first-round pick Shemar Stewart are at an impasse, and it’s not over contract length or total money.

Cincinnati Bengals edge rusher Shemar Stewart is embroiled in a contract dispute with the team that has kept him off the practice field this offseason. If the situation doesn't get resolved, it could lead to a few crazy scenarios.