Another position headed for an overhaul is the running backs. Only BJGE and Dan Herron are signed with them team past March 11. With the rest as free agents, now is a perfect time to reshape a position that has been a significant culprit in the under-performing offense.
We know that BJGE will be back in 2013. But the guy who was supposed to switch off with him, Bernard Scott, will probably be sent to seek his fortunes elsewhere. I was as excited as the rest about the kid for a couple of years. But that excitement has atrophied as he sat on the bench clinging to crutches. That explosive burst we saw on occasion is of little use on the sidelines.
Someone who fans are debating over is Brian Leonard. He was an effective third-down option for Carson Palmer, but he has not received the same opportunities under Jon Gruden. With his production down, some want to let him walk while others want to keep him and get him involved on third downs again.
The free agent most likely to return is Cedr...
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Dan Herron,
Bernard Scott,
Brian Leonard,
Carson Palmer,
Jon Gruden,
Cedric Peerman,
Chris Pressley,
Hue Jackson,
Chris Rainey,
Reggie Bush
TEAMS: Cincinnati Bengals, Oakland Raiders, Miami Dolphins
TEAMS: Cincinnati Bengals, Oakland Raiders, Miami Dolphins
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