While Stewart wasn’t perfect by any means in his pro debut, the fact he played all over the line and got in on some tackles already were good signs. One of the guys impressed? Bengals free-agent signing T.J. Slaton.

Cincinnati Bengals first-round rookie Shemar Stewart fared well in his first taste of NFL action, making the team's offseason more puzzling.

Play the stands out: On an otherwise forgettable rep last week, Brooks caught a checkdown in the flat with a defender breaking down in front of him. Brooks caught the pass, instantly jabbed and accelerated upfield untouched, showing off his elusiveness after the catch. That’s the kind of weapon that could thrive in this offense.