Risk Flags
5- Roster Survival
Stewart is a UDFA at the very bottom of a heavily reconstructed KC backfield. Kenneth Walker (big FA signing), Emmett Johnson (R5 pick), Emari Demercado (FA depth), and Jaydn Ott all rank ahead of him, making the 53-man roster an extreme long shot.
- Physical Limitations
Measured at 5-foot-5⅞, he is among the smallest backs in the league, which capped his draft stock to UDFA and limits projectable between-the-tackles and pass-protection roles at the NFL level.
- Athletic Profile
At 5'5" and 219 lbs with a 4.56 40-yard dash, Stewart sits below standard NFL thresholds for both size and speed. These measurables make it difficult to project a traditional bellcow or even a consistent role at the next level.
- Fumble Risk
Scouting reports across PFF, Footballguys, and Steelers Depot all flag major ball-security concerns from his college tape. Andy Reid historically demands clean ball carriers, which will limit Stewart's ability to earn and keep any trust in game situations.
- Draft Capital
KC spent a Round 5 pick on RB Emmett Johnson, signaling a developmental back already ahead of Stewart in the pecking order and leaving little path to touches behind a SB-MVP lead back.