Overview

• Defensive coordinator Al Golden said on Oct. 14 that Stewart is expected to play and "see a lot of action" against Pittsburgh.
• The first‑round pick has been out since a Week 2 ankle injury, missing multiple games during Cincinnati's recent slide.
• Preparation is constrained to one full practice and walk‑throughs on the short week leading into the Oct. 16 kickoff.
• Before the injury, Stewart logged three quarterback hurries and two tackles with no sacks as he adjusted to NFL speed.
• Cincinnati seeks more pressure with the defense ranked 22nd in sacks and Hendrickson's back contusion creating uncertainty for the edge group.