The Bengals had made it clear that they were looking to trade Rudi Johnson in exchange for a wide receiver. Well, it's trim-the-roster day across the league and with nobody interested in making a deal, Cincinnati has instead opted to release Johnson . The running back pegged to replace Corey Dillon following an impressive 2003 season will now be out of a job, at least for the time being. ...

There’s been speculation this week that the Bengals would trade running back Rudi Johnson, but it turns out that they won’t. A league source tells PFT that the Bengals couldn’t get anything for Johnson, so instead they’re going to release him. Johnson, who carried 170 times for 497 yards last year, was slated to earn salaries of [...]

The 1-2 Bengals will look to at least get some momentum tonight as they take on the Colts at the new Lucas Oil Stadium. They will not have QB Carson Palmer, who will sit after suffering a broken nose in last weeks ugly loss to the Saints. Backup Ryan Fitzpatrick will get the start tonight, and will get a chance to show what he can do. Rudi Johnson being on the trade market will also see ...

QB: (3) Carson Palmer, Ryan Fitzpatrick, Jeff Rowe * Rowe has not played well but Jordan Palmer has hardly even played (never a good sign) RB: (3) Chris Perry , Kenny Watson, DeDe Dorsey * I don’t want to see Rudi go but if the trade rumors are true he is as good as gone. If they aren’t true Dorsey is the one that goes. FB: (1) Jeremi Johnson * I think the fat one ...

From PFT, Rudi Johnson expects to be traded “any minute now.” We’ve talked a lot, especially on game day threads, that the Texans have a wonderfully deep and talented WR corps. The Bengals are rumored to want a WR in return. On *paper*, this is a match. In real life, this trade would suck monkey balls. I just can’t imagine Smithiak would make a deal like ...

Another issue we raised earlier in the week was how Rudi Johnson would react hearing his name apart of a trade-rumor. The issue isn't truly how he feels, rather his role in any locker room distractions or divisions. " They've been trying to get me out of here for years . Since I first got here. That's why nothing surprises me and I'm not worried. Every year. It night not happen. Every year."  ...

Rudi Johnson says it’s just business, but he’s not surprised by the trade rumors surrounding him. The running back returned to practice this week and is expected to play Thursday in Indy. Bengals.com reports that Johnson said the team has been trying to get rid of him for a long time. Meanwhile, T.J. Houshmandzadeh is working out as well and may see action in the game tomorrow ...

ESPN reports that Chad Johnson's injury is more serious than originally anticipated, the Bengals have called teams to see if they can trade Rudi Johnson and Marvin Lewis doesn't know if Mike Brown has made any phone calls about any potential trade . Chad injury more serious than originally anticipated. Not much of a surprise.  Most felt the shoulder was not simply sprained as it ...

Though ESPN reports that Chad Johnson will play through the year with his shoulder injury, the Bengals are now seeking to trade former starting tailback Rudi Johnson for a capable receiver. Evaluate 85's injury and where you're looking to draft him in fantasy leagues.

Espn is reporting that Chad Johnson's injury is a little more serious than first thought. Looking to trade Rudi Johnson for a wide receiver serious. I hope he is not out for the season. I love Chad as player. I always root for him when the Bengals play, unless its against the Colts. Good luck with this one. See you Thursday for the last game of preseason thank god!  ...