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Benson out for Bengals against Raiders (AP)

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 20:37:51 +0000

Cincinnati leading rusher Cedric Benson will miss the Bengals game against the Oakland Raiders on Sunday with an injured hip. Benson left last week's win over Pittsburgh because of sprained hip muscles and is inactive for this week's game. Larry Johnson is active for Cincinnati less than a week after signing with the Bengals.

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The NFL's Top Five Candidates For the Comeback Player of the Year Award

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 16:00:15 +0000

Every year the Associated Press votes for the NFL's Comeback Player of the Year. This season there seems to be so many choices for the coveted award. Chad Pennington is a two-time winner of the Comeback Player of the Year Award and don't be suprised if Pennington puts another one of those on his trophy shelf after next season. But lets get back to this season. The award is given to a player coming back from an injury or just not a very good year. One obvious contender is Patriots QB, Tom Brady who will probably be the eventual winner of the award. But there are many other contenders for the award. Begin Slideshow

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Cedric Benson Declares Himself Game-Time Decision for Sunday

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:50:21 +0000

Cincinnati Bengals starting running back Cedric Benson has gone against several reports , declaring that he has not been ruled out for this week's game due to a hip injury he sustained in Week 10. Benson can tell us anything he wants, but considering the Bengals should be just fine with a RBBC against a horrible Oakland Raiders run defense, it'd be foolish for Cincinnati to rush their stud back to action before he's 100 percent. Fantasy Perspective: NFL Soup is declaring Benson a "sit" call this week, as he's likely to share the load even if he does play and would be a strong bet to be done before halftime in a game that could get lopsided very quickly. We like Bernard Scott to make the start, while Brian Leonard could steal some carries and is always a strong candidate to be active in the passing game, especially on third downs. Newly signed former Chief Larry Johnson has said that he will play this Sunday, but since he doesn't have any idea what his role will be, you should play ( ...

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Bengals' Cedric Benson has guarded reaction to L.J.'s arrival

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 23:12:29 +0000

Another troubled player trying to revive his career? Nothing new for Cincinnati. Most Bengals players were unruffled Wednesday ...

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Bengals' Benson guarded in reaction to Johnson

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 21:06:07 +0000

CINCINNATI (AP) -- Most Cincinnati Bengals players are accepting the addition of troubled running back Larry Johnson as a move to improve the team.

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Cincinnati Bengals running back Cedric Benson guarded in reaction to Larry Johnson signing

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 20:57:44 +0000

Starting running back Cedric Benson was guarded when asked his thoughts about the Bengals signing former Chiefs star Larry Johnson.

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Benson guarded in reaction to Johnson

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 20:51:30 +0000

Most Cincinnati Bengals players are accepting the addition of troubled running back Larry Johnson as a move to improve the team.

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Benson Guarded in Reaction to Johnson

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 20:50:44 +0000

CINCINNATI (AP) -- Most Cincinnati Bengals players are accepting the addition of troubled running back Larry Johnson as a move to improve the team.

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Benson guarded in reaction to Johnson

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 20:44:06 +0000

Most Cincinnati Bengals players are accepting the addition of troubled running back Larry Johnson as a move to improve the team.

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Benson guarded in reaction to Johnson

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 20:43:26 +0000

CINCINNATI -- Most Cincinnati Bengals players are accepting the addition of troubled running back Larry Johnson as a move to improve the team.

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Top 10 waiver claims for Week 11

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:19:41 +0000

If Cedric Benson's hip injury keeps him sidelined, forget LJ. There's another guy you want as a fantasy sub, Roger Rotter predicts.

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Cincinnati Bengals Should Rest Cedric Benson Against the Oakland Raiders

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:53:27 +0000

After straining his hip against the Pittsburgh Steelers, the status of running back Cedric Benson is still up in the air on whether or not he will start this week against the Oakland Raiders. As tempted as Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis may be to start Benson, who has rushed for 859 yards and six touchdowns on the season, he might want to consider resting the league's sixth-ranked rusher against the Raiders. Benson sat the second half Sunday against the Steelers and was replaced by rookie running back Bernard Scott , who scored the lone touchdown of the game on a 96-yard kickoff return in the first quarter. Against the Steelers No. 1 ranked rushing defense, Scott managed to gain 33 yards on the ground on 13 carries. While these numbers may not seem spectacular, Lewis should consider the potential Scott has against the Raiders rushing attack. The Raiders have the fourth-worst rushing defense in all of football, ranking ahead of only the Cleveland Browns, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and Buffalo ...

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Steelers' Polamalu questionable 'at best' vs. Chiefs

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 18:54:44 +0000

Steelers star safety Troy Polamalu hasn't been ruled out of Sunday's game at Kansas City despite injuring his left knee for the second time this season, though coach Mike Tomlin says he is questionable at best. Polamalu, a five-time Pro Bowl player, missed four games earlier this season with a medial collateral ligament tear. He strained the posterior cruciate ligament while tackling running back Cedric Benson on Cincinnati's first possession Sunday and did not return.

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Larry Johnson could land backup role with Bengals

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 22:16:50 +0000

Bengals coach Marvin Lewis said on Monday that Larry Johnson would be in Cincinnati to discuss a limited role - fourth-string running back, essentially an insurance policy in case Cedric Benson's hip injury gets worse.

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Bengals interested in RB Johnson as backup

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 20:30:45 +0000

Larry Johnson might get to revive his troubled career with a team known for giving second chances. Bengals coach Marvin Lewis said on Monday that Johnson would be in Cincinnati to discuss a limited role - fourth-string running back, essentially an insurance policy in case Cedric Benson's hip injury gets worse or another running back gets hurt. It's a very low-profile role.

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RB Larry Johnson to visit Bengals (AP)

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 20:27:41 +0000

Larry Johnson might get to revive his troubled career with a team known for giving second chances. Bengals coach Marvin Lewis said on Monday that Johnson would be in Cincinnati to discuss a limited role -- fourth-string running back, essentially an insurance policy in case Cedric Benson's hip injury gets worse or another running back gets hurt.

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NFL Week 11: Waiver Wire Pickups | Fantasy Football Rankings

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:22:20 +0000

This past week should have been titled, "Black Sunday" because there were a ton of injuries around the league. If you happened to lose a key running back like Ronnie Brown , Michael Turner , or Cedric Benson you are no doubt scrambling to the waiver wire. Below we have the top waiver pickups you might want to consider for Week 11. Even if you don't select a waiver (or have already done so), it's good to keep these names in mind for the future weeks. Running Backs Seahawks- Justin Forsett Justin Forsett finally got his chance to be the starting running back when Julius Jones went down early in the Seahawks contest against the Cardinals . Forsett broke out and rushed for 123 yards and a touchdown. Not only did Forsett do a good job in the running game, but he flashed his receiving skills with five receptions for 26 yards. Since Jones broke his ribs it is highly unlikely that he will play this coming weekend against the Vikings . Unfortunately, this matchup isn't a great one but ...

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Bengals' Benson Leaves Game With Hip Injury

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 20:10:25 +0000

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Cincinnati Bengals rushing leader Cedric Benson was pulled during the second quarter of Sunday's game against Pittsburgh with an unspecified hip injury, returned for one series, then left the game.

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Bengals' Benson leaves game with hip injury

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 20:01:29 +0000

Cincinnati Bengals rushing leader Cedric Benson was pulled during the second quarter of Sunday's game against Pittsburgh with an unspecified hip injury, returned for one series, then left the game.

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Bengals RB Benson leaves with hip injury (AP)

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 19:59:46 +0000

Cincinnati Bengals rushing leader Cedric Benson was pulled during the second quarter of Sunday's game against Pittsburgh with an unspecified hip injury, returned for one series, then left the game. After Benson was treated at halftime, the Bengals said he was not expected to return to the game. Benson was replaced by Bernard Scott in the second quarter during a drive in which Cincinnati went...

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Bengals' Benson leaves game with hip injury

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 19:57:06 +0000

Cincinnati Bengals rushing leader Cedric Benson was pulled during the second quarter of Sunday's game against Pittsburgh with an unspecified hip injury, returned for one series, then left the game.

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Bengals' Benson leaves game with hip injury

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 19:56:55 +0000

PITTSBURGH -- Cincinnati Bengals rushing leader Cedric Benson was pulled during the second quarter of Sunday's game against Pittsburgh with an unspecified hip injury, returned for one series, then left the game.

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Benson's revival turns run game into 'big emphasis' for Bengals

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 17:21:25 +0000

About this time last year Cedric Benson began finding his comfort zone with the Cincinnati Bengals, who in turn have found assurance ...

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Benson's revival turns run game into 'big emphasis' for Bengals

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 04:56:11 +0000

About this time last year Cedric Benson began finding his comfort zone with the Cincinnati Bengals, who in turn have found assurance ...

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Steelers look to shut down Benson (AP)

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 23:42:38 +0000

The Bengals' Cedric Benson will be the latest to attempt what many NFL running backs have repeatedly failed to do: run for 100 yards against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The timeworn expression that the season is a marathon and not a sprint? Attempting to sprint for 100 yards against the latest version of the Steel Curtain defense can be as trying and as frustrating as running a marathon.

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Bengals' Benson Runs His Way into the Record Books Against the Ravens

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:54:40 +0000

Cincinnati Bengals running back Cedric Benson and former Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jerome Bettis share something in common that no other player can say they accomplished. Benson and Bettis are the only two running backs over the last 14 years to post two 100-yard rushing games against the Baltimore Ravens in the same season. In Sunday's 17-7 win over the Ravens, Benson ran for 117 yards and a touchdown, his fourth 100-yard game of the season. Back in Week Five, he ran for 120 yards and a touchdown, ending the Ravens 39-game streak of not allowing a 100-yard rusher. In 1996, Bettis rushed for 116 and 105 yards in two games against the Ravens. Since then, no player has been able to accomplish what Bettis did—until Benson did on Sunday. It's a difficult statistic for other running backs to achieve considering the only chance a player has at playing the Ravens defense twice each season is if they play for the Bengals, Steelers, or Browns. However, it's an impressive statistic considering ...

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