Shemar Stewart debuts for Cincinnati in Week 1 against Cleveland, with Trey Hendrickson back to draw attention and create one-on-one chances for the rookie. Stewart flashed in camp and preseason, and Week 1 could spark a breakout in a divisional test. Expect him to mix edge rushes with interior snaps as Cleveland’s tackles—Dawand Jones and Jack Conklin—face a pressure-heavy attack.

Stewart’s versatility is the headline: he’s lined up at edge, 4i-tech, and 3-tech in the preseason. Al Golden is signaling a plan to maximize his field time, keeping Stewart in the mix on solo rushes while also exploiting potential interior alignments. This Week 1 matchup should set the tone for his early impact and fantasy chatter.

The AFC North matchup doubles as Stewart’s proving ground and a showcase for Cincinnati’s outside rush potential, with Stewart aiming to translate preseason bursts into Week 1 production.