Cincinnati Bengals Trade Rumors

Bengals' Maualuga could face suspension following assault charge
February 10
ESPN.com
 
"Bengals middle linebacker Rey Maualuga has been charged with a misdemeanor assault stemming from a bar incident in Cincinnati. Police charged Maualuga on Friday after investigating allegations by a bar employee that Maualuga punched him in the face early Sunday morning. His arraignment is scheduled for Feb. 17. This is Maualuga's second violation in two years under the personal conduct policy, which likely will lead to discipline from the NFL."
Buccaneers receive permission to interview Mike Zimmer, Rob Chudzinski
January 14
St. Petersburg Times
 
"Perhaps Bucs fans haven't seen the last of their team's plan to hire a first-time head coach. Having spent the early phase of their search primarily meeting candidates with previous NFL head coaching experience, the Bucs on Friday received permission to interview Bengals defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer and Panthers offensive coordinator Rob Chudzinski. The Bucs did not announce when the interviews will happen. Zimmer, 55, interviewed for the Dolphins' coaching position earlier this week while Chudzinski, 43, interviewed with the Rams and Jaguars before those jobs went to Jeff Fisher and Mike Mularkey, respectively. Since firing Raheem Morris on Jan. 2, the Bucs had focused on Mike"
Jay Gruden agrees to extension
January 13
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"A league source has confirmed that Bengals offensive coordinator Jay Gruden has signed a three-year extension worth $3.6 million to remain with the team. The terms are similar to the deal the team gave to defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer two years ago. The extension was first reported by WKMG-TV of Orlando. In his first season with the Bengals, the offense made strides with quarterback Andy Dalton and wide receiver A.J. Green, who set numerous team rookie records. Gruden declined an interview request from the Rams about their head coaching job, and said Tuesday that he was happy with the direction of the offense and felt like he had unfinished business here. "I'm happy here. I like"
Green says he'll be ready for Cards
December 21
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"A.J. Green did not practice on Tuesday, but the Bengals rookie receiver remained emphatic that he will play on Saturday against Arizona. Said Green in giving a status report on his injured right shoulder: "I'm doing good. It's just a little sore but better than I thought. I'm moving my arm around and it isn't in a sling." Green, who has a sprain to the AC joint, did participate in the team's morning walkthrough and caught a couple passes, including one that was slightly over his head where he had to reach up and snag it, which he said was a surprise. The game will also be a matchup between two players selected in the top five of the draft who know each other well – Green and Arizona"
Carlos Dunlap could miss Steelers game
December 1
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Bengals defensive end Carlos Dunlap did not practice on Wednesday and could miss playing against Pittsburgh for the second time this season because of a strained hamstring. The Bengals (7-4) and Steelers (8-3) meet for the second time in four games Sunday at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh in a matchup that will have major implications on the playoff race in the AFC. Injuries and how each team deals with their respective ailments will be a factor in the game. Dunlap, the Bengals' leader with 22 quarterback hurries to go along with three sacks, suffered the injury on the next-to-last play at Tennessee on Nov. 6. He sat out the next game against Pittsburgh but returned to play briefly at Baltimore"
A.J. Green uncertain for Sunday
November 24
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Wide receiver A.J. Green took a couple of steps toward playing Sunday against Cleveland when he got out on the practice field Wednesday. Green sat out last week's 31-24 loss at Baltimore with a hyperextended right knee suffered while making a touchdown catch the previous week against Pittsburgh. Speaking prior to practice on Wednesday, Green said he did have significant improvement and would try to practice but was unsure of his status for Sunday's game at Paul Brown Stadium. "It's pretty tough not being out there and being able to help my team out," said Green. "But that comes with football. I'm just going to try to get healthy.""
A.J. Green wants to play, but will defer to doctors
November 20
Pro Football Talk
 
"Now that we know Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis won't play against the Bengals on Sunday, the question becomes whether Bengals receiver A.J. Green will play against the Ravens. Officially listed as doubtful with a hyperextended knee, Green wants to give it a try, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN."
Bengals: Green a game-time decision
November 17
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Wide receiver A.J. Green was one of 12 Bengals to show up on the team's injury report Wednesday, including nine who did not participate in practice. Green suffered a right knee injury when he caught a 36-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Andy Dalton with 14 seconds left in the first quarter of last Sunday's 24-17 loss against Pittsburgh. He leads the Bengals with 41 catches, 635 yards and six touchdown receptions. Green had a MRI performed on Monday and said it showed he did not suffer any torn ligaments. He was limping as he walked through the locker room on Wednesday. "Just hyperextended my knee, got a little bone bruise," said Green. "Everything's fine. They say I dodged a bullet –"
Bengals WR Green says exam showed only bone bruise in knee
November 16
NFL.com
 
"Bengals rookie wide receiver A.J. Green said he will sit out practice Wednesday and will be a game-time decision for Sunday's game against the Baltimore Ravens, according to multiple reports. Green suffered a hyperextended right knee on his only catch in last week's loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers -- a 36-yard touchdown reception -- and sat out the second half. Green told the Bengals' official website an MRI exam revealed only a bone bruise in the knee. The test also revealed no ligament damage, according to The Cincinnati Enquirer."
Bengals' A.J. Green a game-time decision
November 16
ESPN.com
 
"Bengals wide receiver A.J. Green said he is a game-time decision Sunday against the Baltimore Ravens, according to the Cincinnati Enquirer. Green, the fourth overall pick of the 2011 draft, injured his knee last Sunday on a 36-yard touchdown catch in the first quarter. He was limited after that and didn't play in the second half of Cincinnati's 24-17 loss to Pittsburgh. Asked about this availability for Sunday in Baltimore, Green told the Enquirer on Wednesday, "I don't know. It's going to be a game-time decision.""
Carroll: Seahawks did inquire about Palmer
October 27
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Before Carson Palmer was traded to Oakland last Tuesday, one of the teams that was a favorite in the Palmer Sweepstakes was Seattle. During a conference call previewing Sunday's game against the Bengals, Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll said that they were interested in Palmer early in the process. "We asked about it early on. I have great regard for Carson and wanted to know what their stance was and wanted to make sure we were at least on top of the opportunities and there was no opportunity at the time," Carroll said. "I thought it could be a possibility. With the background I had with Carson and the thoughts about him it was something we were definitely considering."
Adam Jones back with Bengals
October 25
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"A year to the day after injuring his neck in a game at Atlanta, Bengals cornerback Adam Jones was back practicing with teammates. On Monday, the team cleared Jones to return to practice on a roster exemption. Jones was unable to play in the Bengals first six games after he was placed on the physically unable to perform list to start the season. When Jones returned to practice, it began a three-week roster exemption. He can be added to the active roster at any time during this period. "I competed good today and it was good to get back out there in the swing of things and enjoy the competition," Jones said. "Physically I felt there. Mentally it was different out there with the calls but the"
Benson to be suspended for one game
October 18
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"While everyone is focused on the Carson Palmer trade, there comes word that the league will suspend RB Cedric Benson for one game based off the arrests over the last two years in Austin, Texas. In what was originally going to be a three-game suspension, Benson met in New York with the league for a hearing on Sept. 27. Benson's suspension would likely be for the Oct. 30 game at Seattle even though Benson's attorney, William David Cornwell, did say that he would be reviewing the decision over the next day or two. "I will be in discussions with the Players Association over the next day or two and decide the next step in regards to the non-injury grievance," Cornwell said."
Bengals deny Carson Palmer trade rumors
October 18
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"At 4-2 and going into the bye week, the Bengals are well under the national radar when it comes to teams who have had surprising starts. And in coach Marvin Lewis' world, that is perfectly fine. "It doesn't matter where the radar is, all that matters is do you go out and do your job on Sunday," Lewis said Monday. "At the end of the year the best team gets to be there. And that is all that counts. Nothing else matters. People talking about you doesn't matter. If that wasn't proven a year ago, nothing was.""
Report: Raiders "trying hard" to get Carson Palmer
October 17
Pro Football Talk
 
"If nothing else, the rumors surrounding this year's trading deadline are more interesting than usual. Jason Cole of Yahoo! Sports reports the Raiders are "trying hard" to acquire Carson Palmer. Cole's source "highly doubts" Bengals owner Mike Brown would make a move, but perhaps the Raiders could make him think with a big offer. We've assumed there is no chance Palmer will be traded, and that's probably the case. Palmer called Brown last week without making Brown budge. Still, there is a possibility Oakland could make a generous offer."
Bengals, Palmer moving apart after conversations
October 16
NFL.com
 
"Bengals owner Mike Brown is dead-set that QB Carson Palmer will either play for the Bengals or stay retired. As many expected, that hasn't changed. With Tuesday's trade deadline looming, even a potential trade that looks good on paper — one that could help the Bengals' young roster — isn't enough to budge Brown. But that doesn't mean Palmer hasn't been working behind the scenes."
Brown: No trade for Palmer in works
October 13
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"With the NFL's trade deadline fast approaching, Mike Brown reiterated on Thursday that there are no plans to trade Carson Palmer before Tuesday's deadline. "I don't have anything more to say on that. I've had my say on that and it remains all there is to say," Brown said. When it comes to any trades being made by the Bengals, Brown, who agreed to sit down with The Enquirer and Bengals.com to discuss a range of issues, said it was not likely and that there were none being processed or discussed. The next opportunity to trade Palmer would not occur until the beginning of the new league year, which is likely to start on March 2."
To trade or not to trade Palmer? Bengals owner doesn't say
October 11
NFL.com
 
"Cincinnati Bengals owner Mike Brown declined comment Tuesday about whether the team has plans to trade quarterback Carson Palmer before next week's trade deadline. "I don't have a thing to say about that," Brown said while attending the NFL Fall Meeting, adding that he doesn't like to comment on football matters. Palmer is currently out of football, holding true to his pledge to retire if he isn't traded. Brown hasn't given in to Palmer's demand and said in the preseason that the Bengals consider Palmer to be retired."
Terrell Owens Rushed to L.A. Hospital, Cops Called
October 10
TMZ.com
 
"NFL star Terrell Owens was hospitalized in L.A. last week -- after someone called 911 to report a medical emergency at an apartment where the football player had been staying ... TMZ has learned. An ambulance was sent to the apartment at 11:02 PM Thursday night -- and police arrived soon after. Officials are not disclosing the nature of the emergency -- or explaining why cops were called to the scene."
Goodell: Decision on Benson's suspension 'coming shortly'
October 4
USA Today
 
"Though reports of a forthcoming three-game suspension for Bengals RB Cedric Benson surfaced nearly two weeks ago, No. 32 is still running strong after laying down 104 yards in Sunday's 23-20 upset of the previously unbeaten Bills. Yet Benson currently remains in limbo after appealing the ban last week, and his status for Week 5 and beyond is murky. But is that about to change? "I assume the decision will be coming shortly," NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell told NFL Network on Monday, though he said someone else in the league office heard Benson's appeal."
Geathers could return against Bills
September 29
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Three weeks into the season the Bengals have remained a healthy unit. They should be getting back a few players this week as the team prepares to host undefeated Buffalo on Sunday at Paul Brown Stadium. While starting safety Chris Crocker missed practice Wednesday for an undisclosed non-injury related issue, defensive end Robert Geathers returned to team workouts on a limited basis and will have a chance at playing against the Bills. Geathers has missed the last two games against Denver and San Francisco with a shoulder injury."
Benson: "I'm playing this week"
September 28
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Cedric Benson said during Wednesday's open locker room period that he expects to play in Sunday's game against Buffalo. Benson had his appeal hearing on a three-game suspension in New York on Tuesday with no ruling given. "I'm playing this week. I know I am," Benson said. "We had a good meeting yesterday. I had a lot of facts to back us and now we'll hope for the best outcome and see what happens." Even though he knew about a possible suspension since before the Sept. 11 opener at Cleveland, Benson said last week was difficult because news of the suspension and appeal had leaked out. Head coach Marvin Lewis also said that he expects Benson in the lineup since there was no word."
Benson? Johnson? Portis?
September 28
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"With Cedric Benson's status for Sunday's game against Buffalo as well as the two games after that remains unknown, the Bengals worked out veteran running backs Larry Johnson and Clinton Portis Tuesday. A league spokesman said that a decision on Benson's appeal of a three-game suspension was not reached on Tuesday and that there is no timetable on a decision. If word does not come down today, that means he would likely to play this week."
No decision on Benson today
September 27
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Cedric Benson's status for Sunday's game against Buffalo as well as the two games after that remains unknown. A league spokesman said that a decision on Benson's appeal of a three-game suspension was not reached on Tuesday and that there is no timetable on a decision. Benson is the third player to visit with Commissioner Roger Goodell to discuss an off-field incident that happened during the lockout, however he is believed to be the first to be suspended for a violation of the personal conduct policy during it."
Addressing the Palmer to Fins speculation
September 27
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"There was a report out there that the Bengals and Dolphins are in discussions about a trade involving Carson Palmer. When asked about those rumors, a high-ranking club official said there was "zero truth" to those rumors. A trade involving the Bengals and Dolphins made plenty of sense in July or August but it doesn't now. Miami is 0-3 and could have a Top 10 pick in the draft, where there could be as many as four quarterbacks available early. All Sports Intel reported that the Dolphins offered a conditional third-round pick that could turn into a second if certain goals are reached. As early as this whole saga is, and it's still early, a third is too low for Mike Brown."
Bengals RB Benson fights back in wake of league suspension
September 25
NFL.com
 
"Cedric Benson is pursuing action against NFL Players Association, according to a league source. Benson, a starting running back for the Bengals, is currently appealing a three-game suspension that was issued for his arrest during the lockout (he has already served prison time during the preseason), according to a league source. He is also taking action against the NFLPA in regards to this situation, charging the organization with not properly representing his rights as he is among eight players who were part of a "side-letter agreement" that was signed by NFL and NFLPA leaders on Aug. 4 detailing players who could potentially be disciplined for actions during the lockout."
Fight looming between NFL, NFLPA over lockout arrests
September 25
Pro Football Talk
 
"The NFL claims to have embarked on 10 years of labor peace. The current situation between the league and the NFLPA more accurately would be described as a cold war. At a time when the NFL and the union are at impasse regarding HGH testing, which the two sides agreed would happen this season but hasn't, a new fight is emerging regarding the question of player misconduct during the lockout. An August 4 letter agreement signed by NFL general counsel Jeff Pash and NFLPA executive director DeMaurice Smith seems to indicate that eight players deemed repeat offenders will be subject to discipline for incidents arising between March 11 and August 3. The league definitely interprets the letter to"
Bengals' Benson faces possible suspension
September 23
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Bengals running back Cedric Benson will be in the lineup for Sunday's game against San Francisco. What his status is for the next three games though remains uncertain. Michael Silver of Yahoo! Sports reported on Thursday that Benson would be suspended starting with next Sunday's game against Buffalo. The suspension would also cover the Oct. 9 game at Jacksonville and Oct. 16 home game against Indianapolis."
Pot delivered to home of Bengals' Jerome Simpson
September 22
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Authorities swooped in on a house owned by Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Jerome Simpson after a package containing 2.5 pounds of California marijuana was allegedly delivered to the home. Investigators found six more pounds of pot inside the home, says Michelle Gregory, spokeswoman for the California Department of Justice. Gregory confirmed the information that CaliforniaWatch.org, a group of investigative journalists, broke on Wednesday after local reporters heard persistent rumors about the incident. Gregory said Simpson and Bengals teammate Anthony Collins were present when a woman, identified as Aleen Smith, 27, accepted the package Tuesday at Simpson's home. Authorities detained"
Authorities: Marijuana delivered to home of Bengals Jerome Simpson
September 22
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Authorities swooped in on a house owned by a Cincinnati Bengal after a package containing 2.5 pounds of California marijuana was allegedly delivered to the home. Investigators found six more pounds of pot inside the home, says Michelle Gregory, spokeswoman for the California Department of Justice. Gregory confirmed the information that CaliforniaWatch.org, a group of investigative journalists, broke on Wednesday after local reporters heard persistent rumors about the incident. Gregory said that Bengals teammates Jerome Simpson and Anthony Collins were present when a woman, identified as Aleen Smith, 27, accepted the package Tuesday at Simpson's home. Authorities detained Simpson and"
Sources: Carson Palmer done in Cincy
September 18
ESPN.com
 
"Carson Palmer finally appeared in public Saturday, tailgating before USC's game, but anyone that had any questions about whether he would report to the Bengals this season now has an answer. Palmer didn't report to the Cincinnati Bengals before the opening game and he will not report to the team at any time this season, according to those who know Palmer best. Palmer is said to be set in his stance and resolved not to return to Cincinnati."
Palmer working out with Houshmanzadeh
September 18
NFL.com
 
"Carson Palmer is staying in football shape and has been throwing regularly to former teammate T.J. Houshmanzadeh, according to a source. Palmer has no plans to report to the Bengals or to play for the team again, but has not closed the door on playing football. He is still seeking a trade, though he knows the likelihood of owner Mike Brown dealing him is bleak. Should rookie Andy Dalton develop to the point where the Bengals are ready to deal Palmer to add more pieces, perhaps that expedites the process."
Bengals' defensive line could be shorthanded Sunday
September 16
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"The Bengals did a nice job last week in Cleveland of being able to rotate defensive linemen in and out of the game, but they could be a little shorthanded on Sunday in Denver. Defensive end Robert Geathers missed his second straight day of practice due to a shoulder injury. The eighth-year player had one tackle but was extremely active in the backfield and had a pass deflection on the first play. "It's getting better. Hopefully I'll be ready to play on Sunday," Geathers said."
Bengals enjoy peace and quiet without Ochocinco, Owens
September 15
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"No names were dropped but it wasn't too hard to figure out who running back Cedric Benson and left tackle Andrew Whitworth had in mind when asked Wednesday about some of the differences between last year's offense and this year's version. It might be only one game into the season, but the absence of high-profile wide receivers Chad Ochocinco and Terrell Owens on the team doesn't bother Benson or Whitworth. "Sad to say, as much as I love you guys (media), sometimes stars are born from y'all, not necessarily success on the football field," he said. "Some guys run their mouths a lot or say a lot of things so they get a lot of attention. It doesn't mean they always play football the way it is"
No serious damage to Bengals QB Dalton's wrist
September 13
NFL.com
 
"Medical tests Tuesday revealed no serious damage to Bengals rookie QB Andy Dalton's wrist area, but his status for Sunday's game against the Broncos remains in doubt, according to a league source. Dalton was knocked from the Bengals' season-opening victory over the Browns during the second half and didn't return. The X-rays conducted Sunday were normal, and other tests showed no serious injury, but the ailment could limit Dalton's ability to practice early this week. For a rookie quarterback who already missed offseason workouts because of the lockout, that would be significant."
Dalton hopeful of playing next week
September 12
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Following Sunday's game, Andy Dalton said that he lost feeling in his right wrist after a second-quarter hit by Cleveland's Phil Taylor, which is why he didn't play the second half. During a postgame interview, Dalton did not have ice on the wrist but he is hopeful of playing next week against Denver. "It's fine. I just lost a little feeling and couldn't grip it like I wanted to," he said. "If I could have griped the ball I would have stayed in the game. The plan is to play. I'm going to come in and do whatever I can to make it better.""
Thursday practice: Leonard limited
September 9
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Only one change to the Thursday practice report as RB Brian Leonard was added. He was limited in the two-hour session due to a finger injury. Otherwise, CB Kelly Jennings (hamstring) and S Taylor Mays (knee) did not practice as LB Dontay Moch (foot) and OG Otis Hudson (knee) are at least a couple weeks away. Morgan Trent is expected to be the corner in nickel situations on Sunday in Cleveland while Jeromy Miles and Gibril Wilson could see more snaps if Mays can't go. RB Bernard Scott (hamstring) and DE Carlos Dunlap (knee) were listed as having full participation."
Andy Dalton shows flashes of potential
September 8
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"It's difficult to imagine tougher circumstances than those facing Andy Dalton. All he's being asked to do is be the Bengals first rookie quarterback to start an opener in 42 years, and to replace Carson Palmer, who apparently would rather retire than play in Cincinnati. And he's being asked to do it without the benefit of a normal offseason program. Yet despite the challenge, Dalton has not ripped out any of his trademark red hair. In fact, throughout training camp and the preseason, he mostly has had the same quiet and confident demeanor. That's good news for a fan base looking for any thread of hope."
Boling listed as starting right guard
September 7
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"The Bengals first depth chart of the regular season was released on Tuesday with Clint Boling as the starter at right guard in place of Bobbie Williams, who is suspended for four games for a violation of the league's policy on performance enhancing substances. The fourth-round pick will be thrown into the fire quickly on Sunday at Cleveland as he goes against Browns first-round pick Phil Taylor. Otis Hudson is listed as the backup but is still a couple weeks away from coming back due to a knee injury. Mike McGlynn, who was claimed on waivers on Sunday, is the backup at left guard and center. Also in what is not a surprise, Brandon Tate is listed as the Bengals main kick and punt"
Lewis: 'This team will be much better'
September 6
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"On Sunday in Cleveland, Marvin Lewis officially becomes the longest-tenured head coach in Bengals history. With five more wins, he also becomes the winningest. After the Bengals won the AFC North and Lewis was named NFL Coach of the Year in 2009, there was a big dropoff last year. The team finished 4-12, which included a 10-game losing streak, and Carson Palmer declared that he wanted out. With the selection of A.J. Green and Andy Dalton in the first two rounds, the trade of Chad Ochocinco and some retooling on defense, Lewis enters his ninth season with plenty of optimism."
Brandon Tate among three players claimed by Bengals
September 6
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Saturday was cut-down day in the NFL. Sunday the Bengals continued revamping their roster in preparation for next weekend's season opener at Cleveland. Three players were claimed on waivers, including wide receiver/kick returner Brandon Tate from New England, while three veterans were released. "I know we'll be a better football team than the 4-12 team," said head coach Marvin Lewis on Sunday. "There's not the star-power on paper that maybe we possessed last year, but when it comes down to it, I think we'll all be all-in, and they'll be all in together. And that's the biggest statement we can make heading into the regular season." The Bengals were also awarded tight end Mickey Shuler"
Hall re-signs with Bengals
September 2
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"The Bengals run of re-signing core members of their team has continued with Leon Hall signing a four-year extension worth $39 million. Hall was entering the last year of his contract and like Andrew Whitworth's deal this will keep him in Cincinnati through the 2015 season. Hall's base salary will jump from $3 million to $5.1 million this season. The contract also includes a $9 million signing bonus and a $5 million roster bonus next year. After last night's preseason finale against Indianapolis, Hall was very optimistic that both sides were close to a deal."
Sources: Bengals reached out to Carson Palmer's reps last week
September 2
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"The Bengals met with quarterback Carson Palmer immediately before training camp began, and reached out to his representatives again last week, sources confirmed to The Enquirer. ESPN reported Thursday that Palmer met with Brown at Paul Brown Stadium. A league source told The Enquirer the meeting took place during the week of July 25, when the lockout ended, but before the team reported to camp at Georgetown College on July 29. The Bengals made another call to Palmer's representatives last week, according to league sources, before they released Palmer's younger brother, Jordan. Whether any of the overtures would resolve the situation was unclear, but it was the first sign of dialogue in the"
Secondary backups get opportunity for Bengals
September 2
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"The Bengals listed 16 players as not expected to play before Thursday's preseason finale against Indianapolis, including the entire starting secondary of cornerbacks Leon Hall and Nate Clements and safeties Chris Crocker and Reggie Nelson. That gave backups fighting for roster spots plenty of playing time in the Bengals' 17-13 loss. Morgan Trent, Jonathan Wade, Gibril Wilson and Taylor Mays started against the Colts. Mays left the game in the second quarter with a right knee injury. The second-year player acquired 10 days ago in a trade from San Francisco was beaten and called for pass interference on the Colt's first offensive play, but rebounded and was credited with a pair of tackles"
Bengals lineman Whitworth signed through 2015
September 1
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"The Bengals signed left tackle Andrew Whitworth to a two-year extension worth $20 million that will keep him in Cincinnati through the end of the 2015 season. "You want to extend the guys who you know are committed to the program," said Whitworth, who's entering his sixth NFL season. "It's good to see the hard work you put in and to be able to get it to work for both sides." Whitworth has emerged as one of the team's leaders, as well as one of the top offensive tackles in the AFC. He led Pro Bowl fan voting at the position last year but missed out on his first trip to the NFL's all-star game in Hawaii. Whitworth was named the Bengals' MVP by the writers last season when he gave up only two"
Pat Sims takes part in first practice
August 29
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Bengals defensive tackle Pat Sims officially came off the active PUP list on Sunday when he took part in his first practice. The fourth-year player was rehabbing from offseason knee surgery during training camp. "I'm OK. It felt great to get out there and run around," Sims said. "Sometimes you have injuries you need to watch before you come back. I did my rehab and took it day by day. It's time to come back." The return of Sims gives the Bengals a deep group of defensive tackles. He has started 22 games the past three seasons, including the final eight year. With the release of Tank Johnson, Geno Atkins has moved into the starting spot and Clinton McDonald has had a very good preseason."
Bengals' work-in-progress QB making progress
August 26
Cincinnati Enquirer
 columnist Paul Daugherty
"Fake Game 3 is supposed to throw light on the darkness of quasi-NFL football in August. Teams play their starters longer. They use more of their playbooks. If the first two games are for deciding who to cut, and the fourth game is to keep starters away from injured reserve, then the third game is supposed to be the dress rehearsal. The Bengals looked competent Thursday, which was far, far more than could be said of their opponents, the Carolina Panthers, who might or might not have gotten off their airplane at CVG Wednesday night. As for the rookie quarterbacks, Carolina's kid made Cincinnati's kid look like Tom Brady. Take nothing from Andy Dalton: He was efficient and accurate. Save one"
Bengals coach Marvin Lewis happy to have Taylor Mays
August 24
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Taylor Mays arrived in Cincinnati on Tuesday in what Bengals coach Marvin Lewis and defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer hope is another case of a player reviving his career. Lewis and Zimmer can point to safeties Chris Crocker and Reggie Nelson as two examples . of Bengals having done that. Whether they have hit a trifecta with Mays, a defensive back who was acquired in a trade with San Francisco for an undisclosed future draft pick, remains to be seen. "We're excited to have the opportunity to work with Taylor," Lewis said. "It gives us a young player who is starting out in his career and has demonstrated good skills at USC and a real mental aptitude to play defense in the NFL." Mays had"
Benson's back up undecided, roster trimmed, player updates
August 24
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Cedric Benson is entrenched as the starting running back for the Bengals. The jobs to back him up, however, are wide open as the team prepares for Thursday night's preseason home opener against Carolina. Veterans Bernard Scott, Brian Leonard and Cedric Peerman are vying for spots and roles behind Benson with rookies Jay Finley and John Griffin. The Bengals have one last preseason game, on Sept. 1, against Indianapolis at Paul Brown Stadium before cutting the roster down to its final limit of 53 players on Sept. 3. "It's a very good competitive situation," said running backs coach Jim Anderson. "The next two weeks will be interesting to see how it unfolds. It's going to be fun." Scott and"