Cincinnati Bengals Trade Rumors

Bengals in talks with Bobbie Williams
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March 17
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Talks between the Bengals and Bobbie Williams have started to ramp up again with progress toward a deal hopefully happening soon. Both parties would like to agree to a deal by the end of the week since the league meetings are next week in Orlando. The Dolphins signed Richie Incognito today after he visited the Bengals on Monday while it appears as if they are no longer interested in Houston's Chester Pitts."
Still a small chance for T.O in Cinci
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March 14
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"There still remains a very small chance of Terrell Owens ending up with the Bengals, but a lot of things will have to happen in order for that to happen. Said offensive coordinator Bob Bratkowski of Owens' visit to Paul Brown Stadium on Wednesday: "It went really, really well. We both felt we would have been a real good match had it worked that way. I wouldn't think that the door is closed but it's going to make it harder now." Owens is the consensus top unsigned unrestricted free agent out there but the Bengals are the only teams to have him in for a visit. According to Pro Football Talk, the Raiders have expressed some interest. Miami, who also needs receiving help, also remains an ..."
Wide receiver Antonio Bryant signs with Cincinnati Bengals
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March 10
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Antonio Bryant has agreed to a four-year deal with the Bengals worth $28 million. With incentives the deal could go to $29 million. The paperwork for the deal is still being completed. The team might not announce the deal until later today or tomorrow since coach Marvin Lewis has left for the NFL Competition Committee meetings. The eight-year veteran was considered to be the top unrestricted free agent wideout. Last year with Tampa Bay, he was hampered due to two knee injuries that happened during training camp. He played 13 games and had 39 receptions for 600 yards, an average of 15.4 yards per catch, with four touchdowns. In 2008, he enjoyed a career year with 83 receptions for 1,248 ..."
Source: Redskins make time for LJ
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March 10
ESPN.com
 
"The Washington Redskins market search for a veteran running back has brought them to Larry Johnson, a league source told ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter. Two days after former Pittsburgh Steelers running back Willie Parker visited with Washington, the Redskins are scheduled to host a visit Thursday with Johnson, formerly of the Chiefs and Bengals, the source said. The Redskins have made it known around the league that they would like to sign a veteran back."
The T.O. has landed
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March 10
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Less than four hours after Antonio Bryant departed from Paul Brown Stadium, the public courtship nearly five weeks in the making officially began when Terrell Owens landed at Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky International Airport. Owens, who arrived from Los Angeles, had dinner with the coaching staff tonight and will visit the Bengals offices tomorrow. Said Owens after arriving: "There's always been the speculation and perception out there (about coming to Cincinnati) and Chad kick started it and lobbied to have me here as a teammate and I welcome it with open arms." Ochocinco started the T.O. talk during Super Bowl week in Miami. As receivers started to come off the market when free agency ..."
T.O has landed in Bengal territory
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March 10
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Less than four hours after Antonio Bryant departed from Paul Brown Stadium, the public courtship nearly five weeks in the making officially began when Terrell Owens landed at Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky International Airport. Owens, who arrived from Los Angeles, had dinner with the coaching staff tonight and will visit the Bengals offices tomorrow. Said Owens after arriving: "There's always been the speculation and perception out there (about coming to Cincinnati) and Chad kick started it and lobbied to have me here as a teammate and I welcome it with open arms.""
T.O. visit not until tomorrow
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March 9
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"While Antonio Bryant is still inside One Paul Brown Stadium, Terrell Owens' visit to the Bengals will not happen until tomorrow. Owens is scheduled to arrive in Cincinnati tonight and will visit with the team tomorrow. Bryant though is still believed to be the first choice. During an interview earlier today with The Enquirer's John Kiesewetter, Chad Ochocinco was asked if there was room for both Bryant and Owens in Cincinnati."
Wideout Marshall finally linked to Bengals
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March 8
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Brandon Marshall's name was bound to pop up in connection with the Bengals, and it did on Sunday. ESPN's Adam Schefter reported that the Bengals have had discussions about making an offer for the Broncos wide receiver. The only scenario where Marshall would become a more viable is if their top two targets – Antonio Bryant and Terrell Owens – come off the market. Right now the Bengals are the only team reported to have an interest in Owens."
Bengals contact Terrell Owens, agent
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March 7
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"The chances of Terrell Owens coming to the Bengals increase as the free-agent market for wide receivers shrinks, especially after what Owens' agent said on Friday night. Drew Rosenhaus told Sirius NFL Radio that the Bengals have spoken with him and Owens, but what happens next depends on the Bengals. Where we go from here I'm not sure but I think it's at least a positive dialogue," Rosenhaus said. "And we represent another great receiver on Cincinnati in Chad Ochocinco who would love to have No. 81 as his teammate. And we'll just see how that plays out. But certainly that's something that is a possibility. I guess that's about the most I can say right now." Besides Owens, the only other ..."
WR hunt narrows to Owens, Bryant
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March 7
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"With Nate Burleson and Kevin Walter signing with other NFL teams Friday, the Bengals' best chance of adding a dependable veteran wide receiver seems to have been reduced to two possible candidates: Antonio Bryant and Terrell Owens. The specter of Owens possibly landing in Cincinnati started to ramp up again Friday night when his agent, Drew Rosenhaus, said on Sirius NFL Radio that the team has spoken to both him and Owens, but that the next move is up to the Bengals. "Where we go from here I'm not sure, but I think it's at least a positive dialogue," Rosenhaus said. "And we represent another great receiver on Cincinnati in Chad Ochocinco, who would love to have No. 81 as his teammate. And ..."
Wide receivers off the board quickly
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March 6
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"While Chicago and Detroit were making early splashes on the first day of free agency, all was quiet at One Paul Brown Stadium without any announcements from the Bengals. But they might be putting themselves in position to make some moves next week. The team's main need continues to be at receiver, but it appears the Bengals are also looking for a tight end and help at offensive guard. Tight end Chris Baker, who was released by New England on Thursday, will visit Cincinnati early next week. Baker, who will be entering his ninth season, was used mainly as a blocking tight end with the Patriots but had 14 receptions for 142 yards and two touchdowns. He spent his first seven seasons with the ..."
Report: Coles plans to call Jets
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March 6
New York Post
 
"Laveranues Coles, released by the Bengals yesterday, said he plans to contact the Jets to see if they want him to return. "They'll be the first team we call to see if they're interested," Coles said, according to NJ.com. The Jets wanted to re-sign Coles last offseason but the Bengals' lucrative offer of $10 million guaranteed was too good for him to pass up or the Jets to match. However, Coles had a disappointing season in Cincinnati and said he never meshed with quarterback Carson Palmer. "I didn't fit into the offense at all," Coles told writer Dave Hutchinson."
Bengals release WR Laveranues Coles
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March 5
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Laveranues Coles' tenure with the Bengals ended up being a short one. The team released Coles after one season on Thursday, making him an unrestricted free agent. The Bengals could have kept him on the roster until they signed or drafted another receiver, but decided on a quick release. After T.J. Houshmandzadeh left for Seattle last year, the Bengals signed Coles to a four-year, $28-million contract in the hopes that he would step in and be the No. 2 two receiver behind Chad Ochocinco. It never happened. He caught 43 passes for 514 yards and five touchdowns. Coles' best game came in the Week 9 win over Baltimore with six receptions for 72 yards. But there were nine games in which he had ..."
Bengals cut Coles, offer tenders
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March 4
NFL.com
 
"One day before the new NFL year starts, the Bengals wasted no time Thursday when they moved past the Laveranues Coles' signing and cut the 32-year-old wide receiver. That may or may not put the Bengals in play in the unrestricted free agent market for a receiver in bidding that starts Friday. Coles' struggles in his only year with the club (43 catches, 514 yards, five touchdowns) don't bode well for elderly wide receivers in stripes. Terrell Owens (36), Josh Reed (30), Antonio Bryant (29) look to be too combustible or too old or both. Even though they let go Kevin Walter, 27, four years ago, maybe they'll try him again. At a $7 million average for four years, Coles got nearly $10 million ..."
Bengals might look at another kicker
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February 26
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"When the Bengals signed kicker Dave Rayner, it became virtually certain that the team would part ways with Shayne Graham. So it is not out of the realm of possibility that they will bring in another kicker to compete for the job, or even draft one. Two kickers in the draft to watch are Alabama's Leigh Tiffin and Ohio State's Aaron Pettrey. Tiffin made 30 of 34 field goals for the national champions, and while he is a clutch kicker, his leg strength on kickoffs is an issue. "A lot of guys don't come from high-pressure programs like I do," Tiffin said. "I made two 50-yarders against Tennessee and feel like I'm pretty good from 60 yards in." Tiffin, who was at the Senior Bowl last month, has ..."
Bengals sources unimpressed by the Joneses
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February 17
Yahoo! Sports
 
"The Cincinnati Bengals returned to their roots last week by signing wide receiver Matt Jones and working out cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones. The Jones boys, a pair of 2005 first-round NFL draft busts, are well-documented examples of recalcitrant youth rather than of NFL success. That's why the Bengals, who make a habit of giving second chances to troubled players, were kicking the tires off of them. The Bengals, who are desperately looking for a wide receiver to replace the late Chris Henry, signed Matt Jones and passed on Adam Jones. Sadly, the word from two team sources is that neither of the Joneses figures to make it back to the NFL in the regular season based on their condition. Matt ..."
Former Jaguars wide receiver Matt Jones to join Bengals
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February 12
Jacksonville Times-Union
 
"Former Jaguars wide receiver Matt Jones has agreed to a one-year deal with the Cincinnati Bengals, according to several reports. Jones, the Jaguars' first-round draft pick in 2005, was cut by the team before last season and did not play in 2009. Jones had several off-field incidents with the Jaguars, including an arrest for felony possession of a controlled substance. He was also suspended for three games by the NFL for violation of the league's substance abuse policy. The NFL Network reported that Jones worked out for the Bengals on Thursday with former Ohio State quarterback Todd Boeckman and was later offered a contract."
Bengals interested in former Jacksonville receiver Matt Jones
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February 12
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"As the Bengals look for wide receivers, an interesting name has entered the mix. The Bengals and the Tennessee Titans have both offered a contract to former Jacksonville Jaguars receiver Matt Jones. According to a report by the Tennessean, the Titans have been interested in Jones since last September, while Jones visited and worked out with the Bengals this week. The deal is believed to be slightly above the league minimum of $630,000. Neither team also would not would have to wait until the start of free agency on March 5 to sign Jones since he didn't play this past season. While the offers are similar, Jones might have a better opportunity with the Bengals. The Titans have a stable corps ..."
Esiason: Bengals should dump Chad
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February 11
Dayton Daily News
 
"Former Bengals great Boomer Esiason isn't buying what Chad Ochocinco is selling. I happened to briefly tune in to the Pro Bowl on radio just as Esiason was talking about the Bengals and Ochocinco. Esiason said that he's "not a fan of Ochocinco" and that Chad is all about Chad — not the team. He went on to say how he believes Chad's antics leading up to games each week — like trash-talking defensive backs — get other teams focused because they don't want to be shown up. He said the Bengals should part ways with Ochocinco now, but pointed out that head coach Marvin Lewis probably doesn't have the authority to cut or even properly discipline Chad because of heavy-handed owner Mike Brown."
Sources: Maualuga to enter rehab
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February 7
ESPN.com
 
"Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Rey Maualuga will check into the Betty Ford Center in Rancho Mirage, Calif., later this month for at least 30 days, according to multiple NFL sources. Maualuga, who pleaded guilty to drunken driving in Kentucky on Tuesday and apologized for his actions, had considered checking into rehab this past week, but opted to put it off until after a previously planned trip to Samoa, sources said. He is expected to enter the facility once he returns. The rookie linebacker from USC was arrested on Jan. 29 in Covington, Ky., after police said he hit a parking meter and two parked cars. On Tuesday, he pleaded guilty and received a suspended seven-day jail sentence, two ..."
Chad Ochocinco: Please sign Owens
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February 5
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"With free agency set to begin one month from tomorrow, Chad Ochocinco gave his endorsement to adding another big-name receiver to the Bengals – Terrell Owens. Ochocinco earlier in the day told Fox Sport's Jay Glazer that the Bengals were going to sign Owens, who is an unrestricted free agent. Later in the day from South Florida, where he was making the rounds on radio row for Super Bowl week, Ochocinco slightly changed his stance, saying he was in favor of signing the enigmatic receiver. "Eighty one and eighty five, what more is there to say?" Ochocinco said. "I like what we have but I think a veteran presence and giving Carson another target someone of that caliber. Can we not say take an ..."
Source: Maualuga meeting with NFL
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February 4
ESPN.com
 
"Cincinnati Bengals rookie linebacker Rey Maualuga will meet with NFL officials Wednesday to discuss his recent off-the-field incident, a league source tells ESPN.com. Maualuga pleaded guilty to a DUI charge Tuesday in northern Kentucky after hitting two parked cars and a parking meter in the early morning of Jan. 29. In recent years, the NFL has come down hard on players for off-the-field incidents. According to the source, a final ruling is not expected to come out of Wednesday's meeting, which was described as more of a personal evaluation of Maualuga by the NFL's substance-abuse team. He is now entered in Stage 1 of the league's substance-abuse program. Maualuga was a second-round pick ..."
Mock drafts: Bengals like TE, but which one?
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January 25
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"With less than three months until the NFL Draft, and everyone gathering down in Mobile starting on Monday for the Senior Bowl, the first series of mock drafts are being released even though positions 29-32 have not been finalized. As is normal this time of the year, three of them have the Bengals taking different players with the 21st pick. ESPN's Mel Kiper has the Bengals selecting Florida tight endAaron Hernandez in the first round. According to one draft observer I talked to, Hernandez is seen as a faster, smaller version of Chase Coffman, who would supply less as a blocker than Coffman. Considering that Coffman's major deficiency was trying to develop as a blocker, who knows if this is ..."
Bengals retain defensive coordinator Zimmer
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January 12
NFL.com
 
"Bengals defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer has signed a three-year contract to remain with the team, a source with knowledge of the situation said Tuesday. Zimmer's retention – his contract was set to expire – is considered a huge deal for a team that won the AFC North this season, largely on the strength of its defense. Zimmer, who just completed his second season with Cincinnati, was reported to have been targeted for the defensive coordinator job in Washington under new coach Mike Shanahan. Zimmer also figured to have other suitors based on the job he has done in turning around the Bengals' defense."
Bengals will look to retain Zimmer
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January 10
NFL.com
 
"The Cincinnati Bengals will open contract talks with defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer next week in an effort to retain him. Zimmer's contract is set to expire and a source with knowledge of the situation said the Bengals want to try to persuade the sought-after coach from taking a job elsewhere. According to a source, the Washington Redskins are interested in hiring Zimmer to join new coach Mike Shanahan's staff as defensive coordinator. If it becomes a bidding war, Redskins owner Daniel Snyder has shown the willingness to pay what is needed. The Bengals tend not to spend excessively. Zimmer is revered in Cincinnati for building the defense into one of the better units in the NFL in his ..."
Zimmer discusses Redskins rumors
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January 6
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"With Mike Shanahan expected to be hired as the next Redskins coach any day now, the rumors of Mike Zimmer's departure to become Washington's defensive coordinator have increased the past couple days. Zimmer's contract with the Bengals expires after this season and the two sides have not talked about an extension since the bye week. "That's really up to Cincinnati, it's really not up to me," Zimmer said. "They can approach me at anytime they want and if they don't want me I'll move on. "I've not talked to Mike Shanahan or anyone from the Redskins. It's all rumors and speculation. It's not for me. I promise you it's not for me.""
NFL player Chris Henry's case still open
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December 25
Charlotte Observer
 
"The investigation into the death of NFL wide receiver Chris Henry is still open, with Charlotte-Mecklenburg police planning to re-interview his fiancée and other witnesses who may have heard or seen the couple arguing. Deputy Chief David Graham said a decision about any potential charges likely won't come until the new year. He doesn't expect any charges, but said investigators want to re-examine all the details. Police say Henry's fiancée, Loleini Tonga, 25, was driving the Ford F150 pickup Henry was standing in Dec. 16 just before he was injured and then later died. At issue is what exactly caused Henry, 26, to come out of the back of the pickup. He was found unconscious on Oakdale Road ..."
Ochocinco might not wear Henry's jersey
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December 20
Washington Post
 
"Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Chad Ochocinco said he might not wear Chris Henry's jersey during Sunday's game at San Diego as a tribute to his late teammate. According to the Bengals' Web site, Ochocinco said he isn't concerned about a potential fine by the NFL but added: "I don't want to be a distraction." Ochocinco said he would work with Bengals Coach Marvin Lewis on the matter, according to the team's Web site. Ochocinco previously said that he might wear Henry's jersey Sunday. The two were close and Ochocinco became emotional when talking to reporters in the Bengals' locker room Thursday about Henry. The NFL Players Association is offering to pay any fine imposed on Ochocinco by ..."
Tricks or tweets?
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December 1
Houston Chronicle
 columnist Jordan Godwin
"With college and pro football players around the country getting in trouble over controversial posts on Twitter, the Texans might have found the solution. Twitter user "BrianCushing56" had been posting all season, reflecting on Texans games and life as a rookie. After last Monday's loss to the Titans, tweets read, "the refs killed us last night," and later, "The refs were terrible last night!" On Tuesday, the Texans' media relations department said the account was maintained by an imposter who is not Cushing or anyone associated with the Texans. The account that apparently misled more than 5,000 followers has since been deleted. An elecronic trail showed that Cushing's official Web site ..."
Cedric Benson's status up in the air
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November 28
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Bengals running back Cedric Benson and defensive tackle Domata Peko said before Friday's practice that they felt they'd be on the field for the workout in Paul Brown Stadium, and they were. Benson was limited, but indications continue to point toward the fifth-year running back possibly being in the lineup for Sunday's game against Cleveland. Benson suffered a hip-flexor injury near the end of the Nov. 8 game against Baltimore and then left during the second quarter the next week against Pittsburgh . "I think Ced is in a good spot right now, and we'll make that decision on Sunday," coach Marvin Lewis said. If Benson, who is listed as questionable on the injury report, does go against the ..."
Benson rehabs, might play Sunday
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November 27
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Running back Cedric Benson was on the field Thursday but was doing rehab work while team practiced. The fact that he was working leaves open the possibility that he might play on Sunday against the Browns. Wide receiver Laveranues Coles (chest) and defensive tackle Domata Peko (knee) did not practice for a second straight day. If either are unable to go, expect Andre Caldwell and Pat Sims to get the starts. Defensive end Robert Geathers (hip), defensive tackle Tank Johnson (knee), cornerbacks Morgan Trent (knee) and Johnathan Joseph (foot) and linebackers Rey Maualuga (foot) and Keith Rivers (calf) were limited."
Benson has a slight possibility of playing Sunday
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November 26
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Running back Cedric Benson did not practice with the team on Thursday but he did do some work on the side rehab field as there remains a slight possibility that he might play on Sunday against the Browns. Also not practicing on Thursday were WR Laveranues Coles (chest) and DT Domata Peko (knee). If either are unable to go, expect Andre Caldwell and Pat Sims to get the starts."
Benson might play Sunday
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November 26
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Even if starting running back Cedric Benson returns for Sunday's game against the Browns, Bengals rookie Bernard Scott is expected to see more action for the rest of the season. Coach Marvin Lewis said Wednesday that Benson appears to be "very close" to recovering from his hip flexor injury and could be available Sunday. "Well, he's got a good opportunity to play this week. We'll see," Lewis said. Benson, who left during the second quarter of the Nov. 15 game against Pittsburgh, was not on the field for Wednesday's practice. Even if Benson is back this week, expect Bernard Scott to get a good amount of carries for the rest of the season. As for Scott, he ran for 119 yards on 21 carries ..."
Bengals running back Benson unlikely to play against Raiders
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November 20
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Running back Cedric Benson did not practice for a second straight day and is unlikely to play Sunday at Oakland. That means Larry Johnson's timetable to be somewhat comfortable with the playbook is accelerated. "It's a new offense and they have to get comfortable with trusting me to step in there," said Johnson, who celebrated his 30th birthday Thursday. "The plays are the same handing off and right now the exchange has been pretty good between Carson (Palmer) and myself.""
Bengals give tryouts to Galloway, Doss
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November 18
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"The Larry Johnson signing was not the only thing that transpired with the Bengals on Tuesday. They announced that they released receiver Antonio Chatman and tight end Ben Utecht and added safety Brannon Condren to the practice squad. And in order to possibly bolster their roster, the team had wide receiver Joey Galloway, safety Mike Doss and defensive tackle Ed Johnson in for tryouts. Considering the recent season-ending injuries to Chris Henry and Roy Williams, the additions of Galloway and Doss would be intriguing. Galloway was released by the Patriots last month, but could provide some sort of deep threat. Doss was with the Bengals last year for the final three games of the season."
Larry Johnson inks deal to join the Cincinnati Bengals
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November 17
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Larry Johnson is a Bengal after agreeing to terms on a one-year contract with the team this morning. The Bengals still have not made an official announcement since they still have to make a roster move to put Johnson on the 53-man roster. Johnson arrived on Monday night in Cincinnati and met with the coach Marvin Lewis and his staff. Since being released by the Chiefs last Monday, Johnson had talked but the Bengals will be the one to take a chance on the oft-troubled seven-year running back. Lewis spoke with Johnson last Thursday about possibly coming to the team. Lewis also said on Monday that Johnson would be the fourth running back and that the role of the three backs on the roster ..."
Larry Johnson to sign with Bengals
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November 17
Kansas City Star
 
"Larry Johnson has his second chance. The troubled former Chiefs running back will sign Tuesday morning with the Cincinnati Bengals, Johnson's agent told The Star late Monday night. Peter Schaffer wrote in an e-mail that Johnson's deal would be finished early Tuesday, a day after Johnson reportedly was in Cincinnati to meet with Bengals coaches. Reports surfaced Monday that Johnson, who was released last week by the Chiefs after 6 seasons, was being courted by the Bengals after running back Cedric Benson suffered a hip injury in Sundays win against Pittsburgh. Bengals coach Marvin Lewis told local reporters Monday that, if his team signed Johnson, the 29-year-old rusher would be insurance ..."
Larry Johnson expected to sign with Cincinnati Bengals on Tuesday
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November 17
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Barring any last-minute hiccups, the Bengals are expected to announce Tuesday that they have signed former Kansas City running back Larry Johnson as an insurance policy in case of injuries. Johnson arrived in town on Monday and met with the coaching staff. ESPN reported earlier in the day that the deal would be worth the prorated league minimum. If that's the case, then Johnson would earn $306,764.43 for the remaining seven games. Since being released by the Chiefs last Monday, Johnson has talked to other teams, but it appears as if the Bengals will be the one to take a chance on the oft-troubled seven-year running back. In order to address or quell rumors, coach Marvin Lewis said during ..."
Bengals-Johnson union imminent?
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November 16
ESPN.com
 
"Former Kansas City Chiefs running back Larry Johnson was en route to Cincinnati on Monday and, barring a last-minute breakdown, he expects to sign with the AFC North-leading Bengals, a source familiar with the negotiations told ESPN's Michael Smith. A deal, if consummated, is expected to be for the prorated league minimum. The Bengals, along with several other teams, first expressed interest in Johnson last week as depth behind Cedric Benson, who suffered a hip injury in Sunday's 18-12 victory at Pittsburgh."
Bengals running back Cedric Benson hopes to be ready for Oakland Raiders
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November 16
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Bengals running back Cedric Benson said after the game that he hopes to be ready for next Sunday's game at Oakland. Despite leaving in the second quarter, he was happy to see Bernard Scott have success. "I'm happy for him that he was able to get out there and play," Benson said. "You kind of hate to see it happen due to injury but he was able to go out there and do well." Bengals running back Cedric Benson said after the game that he hopes to be ready for next Sunday's game at Oakland. Despite leaving in the second quarter, he was happy to see Bernard Scott have success. "I'm happy for him that he was able to get out there and play," Benson said. "You kind of hate to see it happen due to ..."
Ochocinco fined $20K by NFL
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November 14
ESPN.com
 
"Chad Ochocinco has been fined $20,000 by the NFL for flashing a dollar bill at an official during a replay challenge -- a joking attempt at a "bribe" -- in last week's Bengals-Ravens game, team and league sources tell ESPN senior NFL analyst Chris Mortensen. The NFL also cited the Bengals wide receiver's use of the word "bribe" in his postgame comments to reporters. In the third quarter of last Sunday's 17-7 Bengals victory, Cincinnati quarterback Carson Palmer completed a 15-yard pass to Ochocinco. Baltimore challenged the call, contending that he was out of bounds, and the Ravens won the challenge."
Bengals injuries mount after win
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November 9
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Three Bengals were injured Sunday, the most serious Chris Henry with a fractured left arm. He might be done for the year. "Not sure yet," Henry said. "Got to see the doctor (Monday morning)." Henry said he fractured both bones in his forearm. It was only a couple of weeks ago that Henry was saying how forward he was looking to someday being called upon to run inside routes. The play on which he fractured his arm was an inside route. It came on the Bengals third offensive series of the game, just as the second quarter was beginning. Henry said he didn't know exactly at what point in the play the fracture occurred. "When I caught the ball and I looked upfield, I tried to split the ..."
'Healthy' Harris out for Bengals game
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October 24
Chicago Sun-Times
 
"Bears general manager Jerry Angelo said Thursday morning on WSCR-AM (670) that defensive tackle Tommie Harris ''is healthy.'' A statement on Harris' health hasn't been that inaccurate since coach Lovie Smith announced at the start of training camp that Harris was ''100 percent healthy.'' Since Angelo's radio appearance, Harris has missed his second and third practices of the week, and he will be held out of the game Sunday at Cincinnati. A source said Harris has undergone extra treatments on his left knee after experiencing persistent pain since last week's game on the artificial surface in Atlanta. Marcus Harrison, who made his first career start against the Falcons, will move from nose ..."
Benson says he was blackballed
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October 22
Washington Times
 
"Cedric Benson believes the Chicago Bears did all they could to keep him from signing with another team. Released in June 2008 after two alcohol-related arrests, Benson will face his former team when the Cincinnati Bengals host the Bears on Sunday. Although he insisted he's not out for revenge and won't try to send a message, Benson clearly has some bad feelings for the Bears. "I heard all the rumors that were said coming out of Chicago," Benson said. "Even the Bengals told me all the things, that they would call and inquire about me and get nothing but negative things. Just that I didn't work hard, that I was I guess a prima donna or I didn't work hard on the field, just wasn't focused. ..."
Bengals, Smith close to contract
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August 30
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"After a deal appeared out of the question a week ago, the Bengals and Andre Smith are closing in on a deal that could be finalized in the next couple hours, ending a 30-day standoff. Talks between the Bengals and Smith's agent, Alvin Keels, are currently taking place at Paul Brown Stadium and Smith is on a plane to Cincinnati. If a deal is completed by 3 p.m., the offensive tackle would be on the practice field for the first time since the last minicamp session on June 20. Including today's practice, there will be three before the Bengals take on Indianapolis in the preseason finale at PBS on Thursday. Last Sunday, Keels met with the team for four hours with no progress. But during the ..."
Palmer will sit out Thursday's game
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August 25
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Another day, another practice without Carson Palmer. Palmer rehabbed his sprained left ankle inside Paul Brown Stadium on Monday while the Bengals went through their practice in preparation for Thursday's third preseason game against St. Louis. With only one practice remaining, it is doubtful Palmer will play Thursday. He has not practiced since Aug. 12, which was the last practice before the New Orleans game. He did some light tossing on a side field Sunday and is keeping his arm in shape, but has not been able to consistentlyback to pass. "I'll take it day by day," Palmer said. "It looks slim (playing) but I'll keep rehabbing, see how it feels and if it keeps improving see where we're at ..."
Palmer might sit vs. Rams
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August 23
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Carson Palmer was walking better Saturday, but his status for Thursday's third preseason game, against St. Louis, remains questionable. Palmer, who has a sprained left ankle, did not practice on the field Saturday, instead doing rehab work inside Paul Brown Stadium. If you read between the lines on some of his comments, it sounds very much as though he will not see action against the Rams. "It's important to play and practice as much as possible. But at the same time, you need to be smart and make sure you're setting yourself up to be as healthy as possible for the opener and not have a season-long issue," Palmer said. "I'd love to be able to play and practice and do everything I can. But ..."