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The Cincinnati Bengals struck gold early in last year’s NFL Draft

The Cincinnati Bengals hit paydirt with their first two picks of last April’s NFL Draft.  Injuries limited some other rookies who could help them out in the very near future.  Here is a look at what the Bengals’ rookie class did in 2011: 23-year old WR A.J. Green was picked in the first round by the Bengals.  He played in 15 games for the Bengals last year and he caught...
Via Bengals Locker  |  January 10, 2012

Houston Texans 31, Cincinnati Bengals 10

The Bengals just didn’t have a good day yesterday in Houston.  Andy Dalton was pretty awful in his first playoff game.  He completed 27 of 42 passes for 257 yards with 0 TD passes and 3 INTs (one of his interceptions was returned 29 yards for a TD by Texans’ DE J.J. Watt).  He also carried the ball 3 times for 17 yards (5.7 ypc) in this game.  Brian Leonard led the...
Via Bengals Locker  |  January 08, 2012

Cincinnati Bengals (9-7) vs. Houston Texans (10-6)

The Cincinnati Bengals and Houston Texans will meet up in the playoffs tomorrow in Texas.  The Bengals have won two of their last three games, but they lost last weekend against the Ravens in Cincy.  The Texans limp into the playoffs having lost their last three games of the regular season.  The Texans won the earlier matchup of these teams 20-19 in Cincinnati just four weeks...
Via Bengals Locker  |  January 06, 2012

Andy Dalton turned in a very solid rookie year for the Cincinnati Bengals

24-year old QB Andy Dalton would have been the Rookie of the Year in the NFL if it weren’t for the land and air show put on by Cam Newton in Carolina.  But, Dalton led his team to a 9-7 record (56.3%) and the playoffs….which Cam Newton is going to be watching on T.V.  Dalton played in 16 games (all starts) for the Bengals this year and he completed 300 of 516 passes...
Via Bengals Locker  |  January 05, 2012

Baltimore Ravens 24, Cincinnati Bengals 16

The Bengals needed this game and they fought hard, before falling just a little bit short.  Andy Dalton completed 22 of 44 passes (50%) for 232 yards without a TD pass or INT.  He also carried the ball 4 times for 17 yards (4.3 ypc) in this game.  Cedric Benson led the way for the Bengals on the ground in this game with 51 yards rushing on 13 carries (3.9 ypc) and he also caught...
Via Bengals Locker  |  January 03, 2012

Cincinnati Bengals (9-6) vs. Baltimore Ravens (11-4)

The Bengals control their own destiny tomorrow against the Ravens as they will win a wild card spot in the playoffs with a win.  The Bengals have won two games in a row.  The Ravens have won five of their last six games and they also have something to play for tomorrow.  If they win the game, they will win the AFC North and get the #2 seed and a bye in the first round of the playoffs...
Via Bengals Locker  |  December 31, 2011

A.J. Green of the Cincinnati Bengals is going to the Pro Bowl

23-year old rookie WR A.J. Green has been elected to the Pro Bowl as a rookie.  Green has played in 14 games for the Bengals so far this year and he has caught 63 passes for 1,031 yards (16.4 avg) with 7 TD grabs.  He also has carried the ball 5 times for 53 yards (10.6 ypc) so far this year.  Green has had 4 games so far this year with 100+ yards receiving, which is very impressive...
Via Bengals Locker  |  December 28, 2011

The Cincinnati Bengals lose WR Andre Caldwell for the year

The Bengals have lost 26-year old WR Andre Caldwell for the rest of the season as he has been placed on the Injured Reserve List due to a groin injury.  Caldwell played in 13 games for the Bengals this year and he caught 37 passes for 317 yards (8.6 avg) with 3 TD grabs.  He has played in 51 games in his four years with the Bengals and he has caught 124 passes for 1,172 yards ...
Via Bengals Locker  |  December 27, 2011

Cincinnati Bengals 23, Arizona Cardinals 16

The Cincinnati Bengals won a tough battle with the Cardinals last Saturday.  Andy Dalton was solid in this game as he completed 18 of 31 passes for 154 yards with 2 TD passes and 0 INTs.  He also carried the ball 5 times for 48 yards (9.6 ypc) in this game.  Cedric Benson led the way on the ground for the Bengals in this game with 16 carries for 57 yards (3.6 ypc) but he also...
Via Bengals Locker  |  December 26, 2011

Cincinnati Bengals (8-6) vs. Arizona Cardinals (7-7)

The Bengals are trying to get into the playoffs, but they have been going backwards lately, losing four of their last six games.  The Cardinals on the other hand have won four games in a row and 6 of their last 7 games.  They are also trying to surge into the playoffs.  Here is a look at the matchups in this game: When the Bengals have the ball:  The Bengals are going to try...
Via Bengals Locker  |  December 23, 2011

Cincinnati Bengals 20, St. Louis Rams 13

The Bengals played well defensively today and it covered for the offense, which was so-so.  Andy Dalton completed 15 of 26 passes for 179 yards with 0 TD passes and 1 INT.  Cedric Benson led the way on the ground for the Bengals today with 76 yards rushing on 22 carries (3.5 ypc) with 1 TD run.  Bernard Scott pitched in with 7 carries for 20 yards (2.9 ypc) with 1 TD run in this...
Via Bengals Locker  |  December 18, 2011

Cincinnati Bengals (7-6) vs. St. Louis Rams (2-11)

The Bengals have lost four of their last five games, so they need to right the ship if they are going to have any hope of securing a Wild Card spot in the playoffs.  The Rams have lost four games in a row by a combined score of 103-40!  Here is a look at the matchups in this game: When the Bengals have the ball:  The Bengals are likely going to be balanced on offense tomorrow...
Via Bengals Locker  |  December 17, 2011

Andy Dalton is turning in a fine rookie year for the Cincinnati Bengals

“Draft experts” were lamenting the fact that Andy Dalton had red hair, which would exclude him from being a good NFL QB….at least that was what was said on draft night on ESPN.  Boy, where they wrong.  Dalton has played in 13 games for the Bengals so far this year and he has completed 245 of 415 passes (59%) for 2,833 yards with 18 TD passes and 12 INTs (82.1 QB Rating). ...
Via Bengals Locker  |  December 15, 2011

The Cincinnati Bengals lose starting RG Bobbie Williams for the rest of the season

The Bengals will be without 35-year old starting right guard Bobbie Williams for the rest of the year due to a broken ankle.  Williams played in 9 games (all starts) for the Bengals last year.  He has now played in 118 games (all starts) in his first 8 years for the Bengals.  This is going to hurt the Bengals as Williams has plenty left in his gas tank.
Via Bengals Locker  |  December 13, 2011

Houston Texans 20, Cincinnati Bengals 19

The Bengals were up 16-3 at the half, as things were looking good, but in the second half they folded up the tent.  Andy Dalton was so-so in this game as he completed 16 of 28 passes for 189 yards with 1 TD pass and 0 INTs.  Cedric Benson led the way on the ground for the Bengals in this game with 21 carries for 91 yards (4.3 ypc).  WR A.J. Green (5 rec, 59 yards), TE Jermaine...
Via Bengals Locker  |  December 12, 2011

Cincinnati Bengals (7-5) vs. Houston Texans (9-3)

The Bengals are starting to fade fast as they have lost three of their last four games.  They are now 1-5 against teams over .500 this year.  The Texans have won six games in a row as they are rolling along right now.  Here is a look at the matchups in this game: When the Bengals have the ball:  The Bengals are likely going to try to be run heavy this weekend in an attempt to...
Via Bengals Locker  |  December 07, 2011

Brian Leonard always seems to make a big play when the Cincinnati Bengals call on him

The Bengals don’t call on 27-year old RB Brian Leonard too much, but when they do, he always seems to make a big play.  Leonard has played in all 12 games for the Bengals so far this year and he has carried the ball 17 times for 85 yards (5.0 ypc).  He also has caught 20 passes for 191 yards (9.6 avg) so far this year for the Bengals.  Leonard has now played in 37 games...
Via Bengals Locker  |  December 07, 2011

The Cincinnati Bengals sign DT Nick Hayden

The Bengals have signed 25-year old DT Nick Hayden.  Hayden played in 14 games for the Panthers last year and he had 31 tackles, 1 tackle for a loss, 1 sack and 1 pass defensed.  He has now played in 26 games in his first three years in the NFL and he has 51 tackles, 2 sacks,  3 tackles for a loss and 1 pass defensed.  Hayden will essentially replace Pat Sims, who was placed...
Via Bengals Locker  |  December 07, 2011

The Cincinnati Bengals place DT Pat Sims on I.R.

The Bengals have placed 26-year old DT Pat Sims on the Injured Reserve List, ending his season due to a severe ankle injury.  Sims played in 11 games for the Bengals this year and he had 20 tackles, 1 sack and 1 tackle for a loss.  He has now played in 52 games in his first four years with the Bengals and he has 121 tackles, 5 sacks, 6 tackles for a loss, 1 fumble recovery and...
Via Bengals Locker  |  December 07, 2011

DT Geno Atkins is really playing well for the Cincinnati Bengals this year

23-year old DT Geno Atkins has really played solid football so far this year for the Bengals.  Atkins has played in 12 games for the Bengals so far this year and he has 34 tackles, 6.5 sacks, 3 tackles for a loss, 1 fumble recovery and 3 passes defensed.  It seems like he’s always in the opposing backfield.  Atkins has now played in 28 games in his first two years with the...
Via Bengals Locker  |  December 05, 2011

Pittsburgh Steelers 35, Cincinnati Bengals 7

The Bengals couldn’t get much going against the Steelers today in Pittsburgh.  Andy Dalton only completed 11 of 24 passes for 135 yards with 1 TD pass and 0 INTs.  Bruce Gradkowski finished up this game by completing 3 of 6 passes for 17 yards with 0 TD passes and 1 INT.  Cedric Benson led the way on the ground for the Bengals with 52 yards rushing on 13 carries (4.0 ypc...
Via Bengals Locker  |  December 04, 2011

Cincinnati Bengals (7-4) vs. Pittsburgh Steelers (8-3)

The Cincinnati Bengals bounced back last weekend against the Browns, after losing tough games to the Ravens and Steelers the two previous weeks.  The Steelers have won two games in a row and six of their last 7 games.  The Steelers beat the Bengals three weeks ago in Cincinnati.  Here is a look at the matchups in this game: When the Bengals have the ball:  The Bengals are probably...
Via Bengals Locker  |  December 02, 2011

Jerome Simpson is having a solid year for the Cincinnati Bengals

With Terrell Owens and Chad Ocho Cinco out of the picture this year, the Bengals need one of their young WRs to step up.  25-year old Jerome Simpson has been that guy for the Bengals.  In Simpson’s first two years with the Bengals, he played in 11 games in which he caught 21 passes for 299 yards (14.2 avg) with 3 TD grabs.  Simpson has played in 11 games this year already...
Via Bengals Locker  |  November 29, 2011

Cincinnati Bengals 23, Cleveland Browns 20

Andy Dalton proved that he has ice water in his veins today as the took the Bengals right down the field at the end of the game to set up Mike Nugent for a 26-yard field goal with only 38 seconds left in the game!  Dalton completed 21 of 31 passes for 270 yards with 1 TD pass and 0 INTs.  He also carried the ball 6 times for 23 yards in this game.  Cedric Benson had a solid game...
Via Bengals Locker  |  November 27, 2011

Cincinnati Bengals (6-4) vs. Cleveland Browns (4-6)

The Bengals are looking to get back off the mat after losing their last two games to the Ravens and Steelers.  The Browns broke a 3-game losing streak in beating the Jaguars 14-10 last weekend.  The Bengals beat the Browns 27-17 in the season opener in Cleveland but they got lucky on some scoring plays in that game.  Here is a look at the matchups in this game: When the Bengals...
Via Bengals Locker  |  November 25, 2011
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