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Update: Kooistra released; Agent says Vakapuna back
Updated: 4 p.m. In what looks to be the move to make room for fullback Fui Vakapuna, the Bengals on Tuesday terminated the contract of long-time backup offensive lineman Scott Kooistra. Kooistra one of the Marvin originals from the 2003 team, played in two games this season and was inactive for ...
Week 9: Bengals vs. Ravens
Week 9: Bengals vs. Ravens
blog.blitznation.com — Yet another huge AFC North showdown taking place in Cincinnati today, as the Bengals host the Ravens... in what should be an incredibly physical football game. The Bengals have sort of been up and down here lately, but you can bet that they’ll be bringing their best today against ... (more) Week 9: Bengals vs. Ravens
Second-Half of the Season Preview
Second-Half of the Season Preview
bengals.gearupforsports.com — The Bengals have nine games left to make the playoffs. Let’s see what’s in store: 1. Remaining... Schedules : The Bengals have the easiest remaining schedule out of the top three AFC North teams. I’m hoping that that will pave the way for a division title. The Steelers have the second ... (more) Second-Half of the Season Preview
Kooistra gone, practice squad move made
cincinnati.com — The Bengals have not formally announced the signing of FB Fui Vakapuna, but they did make two... roster moves late Tuesday. Offensive guard Scott Kooistra had his contract terminated, releasing him to free agency. The seven-year veteran played in two ... (more) Kooistra gone, practice squad move made
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Bengals release lineman Scott Kooistra; making the argument that Fui Vakapuna signing makes sense
Cincy Jungle — ... . However, that's yet to be announced as of this post, but his agent confirmed nonetheless. That left the Bengals with 54 guys on the roster, which is, you know, bad. To make room, the Bengals elected to terminated "the contract of long-time backup offensive lineman Scott Kooistra." ...

Vakapuna Returns, Kooistra Released
Stripe Hype | A Cincinnati Bengals Blog — The Cincinnati Bengals made some roster moves today, the most prominent of which was signing FB Fui Vakapuna off of the Arizona Cardinals practice squad. Vakapuna was originally drafted by the Bengals in the seventh round last April, but didn’t make the final roster and the team chose to place FB Chris Pressley on its own squad instead. Pressley was signed by the Tampa Bay Bucs last week. The move increases fans’ apprehension about starting FB Jeremi Johnson, who sprained a knee against Chicago two weeks ago. He’s considered probable for Sunday against Baltimore. To make ...

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