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Passing game still leading way for Lions
Detroit News | August 18, 2008
CINCINNATI -- The running game might be the Lions' primary project in the exhibition season, but big passes have won both games.

Bengals WR Johnson hurt in preseason loss to Lions
Philly.com | August 18, 2008
When the Eagles decided to revamp their return units over the winter, they signed the 28-year-old linebacker out of Notre Dame. But this will not be a quick fix.

Bengals WR Johnson leaves game early
Kansas City Star | August 18, 2008
Cincinnati Bengals receiver Chad Johnson left Sunday's preseason game against the Detroit Lions in the first quarter after landing awkwardly on his left shoulder.

Bengals WR Chad Johnson hurt in Lions' 27-10 win
Kansas City Star | August 18, 2008
CINCINNATI | Pro Bowl receiver Chad Johnson hurt his left shoulder Sunday night during the Lions’ 27-10 victory over the Bengals.

A lot of ugly in Bengals preseason loss
Dayton Daily News | August 17, 2008
CINCINNATI — Carson Palmer's pass spelled t-r-o-u-b-l-e all the way.

Bengals DT Peko believes defense is ready
Dayton Daily News | August 17, 2008
The Cincinnati Bengals set out over the course of the off-season to improve a team defense that finished the 2007 season ranked 27th overall. However, only time will tell if the team is able to accomplish what they set out to achieve.

Bengals WR Johnson hurts shoulder in loss to Lions
USA Today | August 17, 2008
Pro Bowl receiver Chad Johnson hurt his left shoulder Sunday night during the Detroit Lions' 27-10 victory over the Cincinnati ...

Rudi among five scratches from Cincinnati's lineup
Dayton Daily News | August 17, 2008
After saying there was a "great possibility" that he would play, Bengals tailback Rudi Johnson was a late scratch against the Detroit Lions on Sunday night, Aug. 17.

Lions' starters will see more time against Bengals
Detroit News | August 17, 2008
CINCINNATI -- The tempo is starting to get closer what the Lions will face in the regular season as they hit the halfway mark of the exhibition season.

Rudi thinks he can still carry the backfield load
Dayton Daily News | August 17, 2008
CINCINNATI — Rudi Johnson hears the whispers that he's done, finished, kaput; that he's lost a step from seven years of pounding; that his job's on the line and he's on his way out.

Rivers promises to be sharper
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 17, 2008
Rookie linebacker Keith Rivers, the ninth overall pick in the draft, continues to do and say all the right things and looks to be the player on whom the Bengals can build their defense.

Lions at Bengals 2-minute drill
Detroit News | August 16, 2008
The Lions enter their second exhibition with many of the same questions they had entering the first. Can they run the football? Who will be Jon Kitna's backup? Are some rookies ready to step up and play as coach Rod Marinelli say they must? We will find out more answers in the next 11 days, when the Lions play three games, beginning at 7:30 p.m. Sunday against the Bengals at Paul Brown Stadium.

Optimism, concerns coincide
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 16, 2008
The Bengals wrapped up training camp Friday at Georgetown College. After three weeks of work, including a preseason opening victory, there are reasons for both optimism and concern.

Hit on Martin costs Bengals White
PackersNews.com | August 15, 2008
The hit that left Ruvell Martin with a bruised jaw and a mild concussion on Monday will cost Bengals safety Marvin White $7,500.

What Willie says
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 15, 2008
Right tackle Willie Anderson, 33, is entering his 13th training camp with the Bengals. He begins camp as a backup for the first time since his rookie season, 1996. His camp diary will appear daily.

Preseason schedule
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 15, 2008
Bengal's preseasion schedule

Andrews aims to be chip off old blocker
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 15, 2008
Whether he ends up playing right tackle, right guard or somewhere else on the Bengals' offensive line, Stacy Andrews - the team's unlikely franchise player - says he's ready.

Bengals draw up new offensive line
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 15, 2008
The Bengals say the move is purely for emergency purposes, but right guard Bobbie Williams worked with the first-team offense at center during practice Thursday.

Bengals' huge offensive line features bulk, experience
Dayton Daily News | August 15, 2008
GEORGETOWN, Ky. — Bengals fans were treated to another look at the "Jurassic Line" in the final practice of training camp at Georgetown College on Thursday, Aug. 14.

Bengals extend fan code to parking lots
Dayton Daily News | August 14, 2008
CINCINNATI — The Bengals are cracking down on unruly fans in parking lots around Paul Brown Stadium.

Bengals talk with Henry's agent
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 14, 2008
The Bengals have had "conversations" with representatives for wide receiver Chris Henry, his agent told the Enquirer late this afternoon.

Reins loosened on tight ends
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 14, 2008
In the hyper-competitive NFL,, coaches never want to tip their hand for the regular season during a preseason game, but the Bengals could not conceal what they hope to do this season with Ben Utecht.

Ocho Cinco: Phelps' 5 golds no match for me
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 14, 2008
Bengals wide receiver Chad Johnson playfully suggested that while he likes following Michael Phelps in the Olympics, he's a better swimmer than Phelps.

Who's up / Who's down
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 14, 2008
On the rise: The difference between winning and losing in the NFL can be as simple as staying healthy. One of the reasons the Bengals got off to a terrible start in 2007 was that left tackle Levi Jones was behind physically (knee) when training camp started and he needed time to work himself up to speed. He still ended the season as a third alternate to the Pro Bowl. This year Jones is healthy, which bodes well for the team.

Inside camp
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 14, 2008
The last open practice of training camp is today from 3-4:30 p.m. at Georgetown College.

Chad breaks his silence
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 14, 2008
Chad Johnson broke his months-long silence with Cincinnati-based media Wednesday night after practice.

Bengals want fans on best behavior
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 14, 2008
The Bengals expanded their two-year-old fan conduct policy Wednesday to include behavior outside the stadium as well as inside.

What Willie Says
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 14, 2008
Right tackle Willie Anderson, 33, is entering his 13th training camp with the Bengals. He begins camp as a backup for the first time since his rookie season, 1996. His camp diary will appear daily.

Bengals can't seem to settle on a No. 3 receiver
Dayton Daily News | August 14, 2008
GEORGETOWN, Ky. — The Cincinnati Bengals are waiting for a No. 3 wide receiver to emerge from a pool of five candidates.

Bengals to crack down on bad behavior outside stadium
Dayton Daily News | August 13, 2008
The Cincinnati Bengals are cracking down on unruly fans in parking lots around Paul Brown Stadium.

Bengals had just enough 'good' to beat Packers
Dayton Daily News | August 13, 2008
GEORGETOWN, Ky. — Winning a battle doesn't always lead to winning the war.

Bengals notebook
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 13, 2008
Having emerged ahead of ninth-year pro Deltha O'Neal as the Bengals' third cornerback, David Jones saw extensive snaps Monday night in the preseason opener at Green Bay.

Healthy Perry to the rescue
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 13, 2008
The Bengals offense languished without a first down for its first 10 plays Monday night at Green Bay. Enter Chris Perry, the fifth-year tailback from Michigan, who sparked the offense.

Tom Pelisseros podcast: Looking back at the Bengals game
PackersNews.com | August 12, 2008
Tom Pelissero looks back at Mondays preseason opener against Cincinnati and answers your questions.

New era begins in Green Bay as Packers fall to Bengals
USA Today | August 12, 2008
Aaron Rodgers shrugged off a shaky beginning as Brett Favre's replacement.

Bengals notebook
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 12, 2008
Bengals wideout Chad Johnson was in the lineup Monday against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field despite still recovering from ankle surgery.

Backups overcome slow start
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 12, 2008
As poorly as the Cincinnati starters looked in the first quarter, the team turned up their intensity in the second, leading to a 20-17 Bengals victory in the preseason opener Monday night against the Green Bay Packers.

Rodgers sharp, but Packers fall to Bengals 20-17
Kansas City Star | August 12, 2008
Aaron Rodgers shrugged off a shaky beginning as Brett Favre's replacement.

Bengals rally past Packers
Dayton Daily News | August 11, 2008
The Cincinnati Bengals eagerly await the quarterback-tight end connection — Carson Palmer to Ben Utecht.

Bengal Chatman endorses Packer Rodgers
Dayton Daily News | August 11, 2008
Before he joined the Cincinnati Bengals in 2006, wide receiver Antonio Chatman was a Green Bay Packer for three years (2003-05). So he knows quarterback Aaron Rodgers well.

Lambeau a leap in intensity
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 11, 2008
Several Bengals rookies played on college football's biggest stages. But head coach Marvin Lewis has let his newest players know that they haven't experienced anything quite like Green Bay's Lambeau Field.

Harbaugh: Reed, McGahee should be ready for opener
Baltimore Sun | August 11, 2008
RB scheduled for arthroscopic surgery on left knee, but coach expects both players will be available vs. Bengals; Daniels, Burgess placed on injured reserve RB scheduled for arthroscopic surgery on left knee, but coach expects both players will be available vs. Bengals; Daniels, Burgess placed on IR Ravens Insider: McGahee's role in opener

Autumn arrives early on the way to Green Bay
Dayton Daily News | August 10, 2008
As a teeny-tiny favor to my boss, I waved to Lake Geneva. A quick hello and goodbye.

Perry, Brooks return for preseason game
Dayton Daily News | August 10, 2008
Tailback Chris Perry hasn't played in a football game since November of 2006. Linebacker Ahmad Brooks last suited up in September of 2007.

Packers vs. Bengals: 5 things to watch
PackersNews.com | August 10, 2008
1. All eyes will be on starting quarterback Aaron Rodgers, who assumes control of the throne occupied by Brett Favre for the past 16 years. Rodgers will face intense scrutiny all season, so he might as well get used to it in front of the home crowd at Lambeau Field. Packers Coach Mike McCarthy said Rodgers is ready. Now its his time to prove it.

Trying to thin WR crowd
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 10, 2008
For a middle-of-the-pack NFL team, the Bengals have a relatively set lineup. But the hunt for the third wide receiver figures to take the rest of the preseason to be settled.

Bengals notebook
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 10, 2008
Don't be surprised if rookie Keith Rivers is inserted as the starting Will backer when the Bengals publish a new depth chart next week after the Green Bay game.

Five who could be No. 3 WR
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 10, 2008
Primarily, five players are competing for the role of third wide receiver in the Bengals offense behind T.J. Houshmandzadeh and Chad Johnson.

Inside training camp
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 10, 2008
He is working as the No. 2 tailback behind Kenny Watson with Rudi Johnson out, but Chris Perry continues to impress. Healthy, Perry is a big plus.

What Willie says ...
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 10, 2008
I was talking to one of the younger players today. I played in two eras - the 1990s, when Houston still had the Oilers and when Tennessee and Jacksonville were in the old AFC Central. I was saying how competitive the Central was. For a while, I thought we would never catch up.

Bengals ready to tackle 'woo factor'
Dayton Daily News | August 10, 2008
GREEN BAY, Wis. — Billboards throughout Cincinnati proclaim the Bengals' motto for 2008: "Believe in Now."

Brooks tries to find his place
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 09, 2008
A player with immense physical skills, 260-pound Ahmad Brooks essentially had been handed the keys to the Bengals' defense a year ago. Now he's been dropped from No. 2 to No. 3 at the SAM backer.

Bengals notebook
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 09, 2008
Antwan Odom is still out with a sprained foot. Though listed as No. 2 left defensive end, Johnathan Fanene quietly has ascended past Frostee Rucker to the starting role the past few days at right end.

Inside training camp
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 09, 2008
On an 11-on-11 play - though players were just in shorts with no contact - Leon Hall shot in untouched on the left side of the offense to record what would have been a sack of Carson Palmer.

What Willie says ...
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 09, 2008
After almost two full weeks of training camp, guys are getting excited about playing in the preseason games.

Chad may sit out Bengals' preseason opener
Dayton Daily News | August 09, 2008
Chad Johnson's surgically-repaired right ankle could keep him idle for most, if not all, of the preseason opener at Green Bay on Monday night, Aug. 11.

O'Neal embraces new role
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 08, 2008
A year ago, Deltha O'Neal was a starting cornerback, a veteran, counted on to provide stability in a transitioning Bengals secondary. Due to a disappointing 2-6 start, the future arrived earlier than planned.

Bengals notebook
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 08, 2008
The Bengals entertained Iraqi war veteran Sgt. 1st Class Michael Garvin of Eastgate on Thursday afternoon. A graduate of Glen Este High School, Garvin is a member of the Third Army Calvary Regiment, based at Fort Hood, Texas.

What Willie says ...
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 08, 2008
I want to talk today about the guys on defense I have played with and am playing with now - guys like James Francis, John Copeland, Dan Wilkinson and Robert Geathers.

Inside training camp
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 08, 2008
Watching defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer coach never gets tiring. From his standard position about 25-30 yards behind the line of scrimmage on the defensive side, Zimmer screamed at third-year defensive end Frostee Rucker to run back to him.

Fitzpatrick anxious to show what he can do
Dayton Daily News | August 07, 2008
Backup quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick can hardly wait until the nationally televised preseason opener Monday, Aug. 11, at Green Bay.

Inside training camp
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 07, 2008
On consecutive 11-on-11 plays, Carson Palmer threw fastball out passes to the right to wide receivers Glenn Holt and Chad Johnson. Both plays were well covered. Palmer's passes zipped past defenders and were completed.

What Willie says ...
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 07, 2008
I started thinking the other day about guys I've played with. We had Carl Pickens and Darnay Scott. They were two huge personalities. So are T.J. Houshmandzadeh and Chad Johnson. Darnay and Pick were just as big. It was funny seeing Chad here a year with Darnay.

Holdout to standout
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 07, 2008
Of the previous first-round holdouts in recent Bengals history, linebacker David Pollack, tailback Chris Perry and quarterback Akili Smith didn't seem to recover as rookies from the missed days of training camp. But linebacker Keith Rivers, who signed late Tuesday to end a 10-day absence, might be the exception.

Bengals notebook
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 07, 2008
Bengals safety Chinedum Ndukwe was carried off the field after hurting his knee during training camp on Wednesday. He later returned to the field, but did not practice. He might miss the regular season opener.

Ndukwe tweaks knee, awaits results of MRI
Dayton Daily News | August 07, 2008
Bengals strong safety Chinedum Ndukwe has his fingers crossed that the results of an MRI scan on his injured left knee are negative.

Bengals' first-round pick gets up to speed in hurry
Dayton Daily News | August 07, 2008
Cincinnati Bengals fans who are unable to attend training camp this week will get their first look at No. 1 draft pick Keith Rivers on Monday night, Aug. 11.

Lake Mary's Keith Rivers ends holdout, signs 5-year deal with Bengals
Orlando Sentinel | August 07, 2008
LB Keith Rivers joined the Cincinnati Bengals at training camp Wednesday after ending a 10-day holdout. The team's top pick promptly made a rookie mistake.

Who's up / Who's down
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 06, 2008
He has no competition in camp and a fat new contract, but punter Kyle Larson continues to perfect his craft under the instruction of special teams coach Darrin Simmons. With the wind at his back Tuesday, Larson launched a series of 60-yard bombs that would not be returnable. Larson, kicker Shayne Graham and long-snapper Brad St. Louis are nearly invisible because of their professionalism and productivity.

Inside Camp
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 06, 2008
The Bengals will practice twice, from 9-11 a.m. and 7-9 p.m. The complex will open at 8 a.m. and again at 5:30 p.m.

What Willie says
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 06, 2008
Today and Wednesday are just two tough days, physically. The game can't come fast enough.

Hammies hamper Rudi, T.J.
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 06, 2008
Tailback Rudi Johnson and wide receiver T.J. Houshmandzadeh, two valuable skill players in the Bengals offense, have missed almost a week each of training camp because of hamstring injuries.

No. 1 choice Rivers on board
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 06, 2008
Keith Rivers arrived at Bengals training camp Tuesday night and signed his five-year contract with the Bengals.

Bengals sign first-round draft pick LB Keith Rivers
USA Today | August 06, 2008
The Bengals have signed linebacker Keith Rivers out of Southern California, the club's first-round draft pick and the ninth pick ...

Bengals sign 1st-round draft pick, LB Keith Rivers
Kansas City Star | August 06, 2008
Linebacker Keith Rivers ended his contract holdout with the Cincinnati Bengals late Tuesday night, ending an impasse that made him to miss nine days of training camp.

Bengals sign 1st-round draft pick, LB Keith Rivers
Buffalo News | August 06, 2008
Linebacker Keith Rivers ended his contract holdout with the Cincinnati Bengals late Tuesday night, ending an impasse that made him to miss nine days of training camp.

Coach likes his young tackles
Dayton Daily News | August 05, 2008
Defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer calls rookie tackles Pat Sims and Jason Shirley his puppies. He likes watching the talented tandem grow.

Bengals sign No. 1 draft choice
Dayton Daily News | August 05, 2008
Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis said he knew where Keith Rivers was staying and the prized rookie could get here in a hurry — that he was a phone call away.

Who's up / Who's Down
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 05, 2008
Safety Kyries Hebert took a chance to sign with the Bengals from the Canadian Football League, where he had established himself as a defensive star with Winnipeg and had a team-high 22 tackles last season on special teams. The No. 2 free safety, Hebert might emerge as a top cover man on kickoff and punt return units. He plays with an aggressiveness of a man who understands pro football and knows how to win a job.

What Willie says
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 05, 2008
Right tackle Willie Anderson, 33, is entering his 13th training camp with the Bengals. He begins camp as a backup for the first time since his rookie season, 1996. His camp diary will appear daily.

Inside Camp
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 05, 2008
Today's schedule and more from inside the Begals' training camp

Goodell: Vikings didn't tamper with Favre
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 05, 2008
The NFL season hasn't even started yet, and Minnesota already has a victory over Green Bay.

'85 is back' in top form
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 05, 2008
Chad Johnson was back on the field Monday morning for the first time since undergoing ankle surgery June 18. And while he might not have been full speed afoot, his gums flapped in high gear.

Bengals in Favre's media circus
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 05, 2008
Like the rest of the sporting nation, the Bengals have been keeping up with the Brett Favre saga because, well, they are playing the Packers in their preseason opening game Monday in Green Bay.

Bengals' Johnson returns to practice
Kansas City Star | August 05, 2008
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Chad Johnson returned to the practice field on Monday.

Bengals' Williams on the return of Chad to practice: 'Ocho time'
Dayton Daily News | August 04, 2008
Practice began with Chad Johnson stretching his muscles and loosening his motor mouth on Monday, Aug. 4.

Williams' snaps make 'Jurassic Line'
Dayton Daily News | August 04, 2008
Bengals offensive line coach Paul Alexander has a nickname for his unit when right guard Bobbie Williams rotates in for snaps at center.

Defense's front 7 forming bond
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 04, 2008
Bengals linebacker Dhani Jones hits the tackle dummy during an evening drill. Jones is starting his first full season with the Bengals and says he is working well with the defensive tackles.

Rivers needs to be in camp
Dayton Daily News | August 03, 2008
Every year on NFL draft day, I hear the Cincinnati Bengals' first-round pick say he plans to be at training camp on time.

Goodell visits Bengals camp, notes missing pick
Detroit News | August 03, 2008
GEORGETOWN, Ky. -- Commissioner Roger Goodell said Saturday that "something is wrong" with the NFL's system for signing rookies, noting that the Cincinnati Bengals still don't have their top draft pick in camp.

Secondary youthful, promising
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 03, 2008
The Bengals' defensive secondary, despite its youth, could be one of the team's strongest position groups. And their coaches aren't letting them slide because they're young.

Goodell: Preseason should be shorter
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 03, 2008
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell wants a shorter preseason and a slotting system for rookie contracts to prevent holdouts.

Hall of Fame shouldn't be without these Bengals
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 03, 2008
With the NFL holding its Hall of Fame induction ceremonies this weekend, it's time to take a look at what former Bengals have enough credentials for enshrinement but have been overlooked.

What Willie says ...
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 03, 2008
It's good for me to go through this work; it's needed. Me being able to get my hand placement and footwork and snaps on the field this early, it should help me in my process. The coaches are doing a good job of not pounding me and killing me out.

Inside training camp
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 03, 2008
Cornerback Johnathan Joseph continued to shine in training camp. During the mock game, Joseph broke in front of a receiver, picked off a Ryan Fitzpatrick pass and ran 69 yards for a touchdown.

Bengals notebook
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 03, 2008
The Bengals wrapped up their seventh day of training camp in Georgetown, Ky., Saturday with the annual mock game. The glorified touch football game was more of a dress rehearsal for substitutions, down-and-distance situations and play-calling from the sideline.

Offense finds game as Rivers loses time
Dayton Daily News | August 03, 2008
GEORGETOWN, Ky. — The offense got some revenge against the defense as the starting unit rolled to a 44-22 victory over a squad comprised of backups in the Cincinnati Bengals' Black-Orange Mock Game in front of 6,400 spectators at Toyota Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 2.

Chatman wants to be Bengals' No. 3 wideout
Dayton Daily News | August 03, 2008
GEORGETOWN, Ky. — With Chad Johnson (ankle) and T.J. Houshmandzadeh (hamstring) sidelined, somebody had to step forward.

Johnson leads strong defense
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 02, 2008
A day before the Bengals' intrasquad scrimmage, Carson Palmer called outside linebacker Brandon Johnson the MVP of the first week of training camp. Friday night, Johnson lived up to the billing.

Bengals notebook
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 02, 2008
Wide receivers coach Mike Sheppard, normally soft-spoken and professorial in his approach, called his receivers together Friday morning and ripped into them. None of the receivers has emerged to take control of the open job as the No. 3 behind Chad Johnson and T.J. Houshmandzadeh.

Inside training camp
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 02, 2008
He's a long shot to make the team, but former Elder High School and UC star Bradley Glatthaar is working hard to get noticed.

What Willie says ...
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 02, 2008
I was looking at the roster the other day and noticed all of the young guys, born in 1981, '82, '83, '84, '85 ... damn. We have a lot of '80s babies.

Bengals' defense makes the plays
Dayton Daily News | August 02, 2008
GEORGETOWN, Ky. — The Bengals offense had its moments with quarterbacks Carson Palmer, Ryan Fitzpatrick and Jordan Palmer throwing TD passes to Antonio Chatman, Jerome Simpson and Matt Sherry.

As offense goes, so will Bengals
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 01, 2008
Even after just a few training camp practices, the Bengals' offense appears to be poised to move up in the top 10 of NFL rankings. It's already purring like a sleek import, with Carson Palmer at the wheel.

What Willie says ...
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 01, 2008
In our quad, very little football is talked. Some may get talked, but overall in all the dorms there is very little football talked.

Inside training camp
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 01, 2008
Cornerback Johnathan Joseph broke sharply to intercept a Palmer pass intended for Jerome Simpson on the sideline in stride.

Bengals notebook
Cincinnati Enquirer | August 01, 2008
Besides playing in it, Carson Palmer is looking forward to seeing some of his new teammates tonight in the Bengals' annual intrasquad scrimmage.

Lewis looking for fast play in scrimmage, mock game
Dayton Daily News | July 31, 2008
The Cincinnati Bengals' starting lineup is basically etched in stone.

Inside training camp
Cincinnati Enquirer | July 31, 2008
The Bengals spent the first portion of the night practice working on kickoff returns. Wide receiver Glenn Holt and tailback Chris Perry teamed up, and wide receivers Antonio Chatman, Andre Caldwell and Jerome Simpson also received repetitions.

Bengals notebook
Cincinnati Enquirer | July 31, 2008
New defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer moved Ahmad Brooks out of the middle to strong-side linebacker, where the team hopes to utilize his size - 6 feet 3, 260 pounds - as a pass rusher.

What Willie says
Cincinnati Enquirer | July 31, 2008
I think a lot that this camp could be my last one. I think about how long the Bengals would want to keep my services. It has crossed my mind. I'm going to go through this camp and make sure I take time to enjoy it.

Rudi builds up leg power
Cincinnati Enquirer | July 31, 2008
For several years as an NFL player, Rudi Johnson resisted doing major weight work on his lower body. He bought into the adage that running backs save their legs. A hamstring injury in 2007 helped to change Johnson's mind and the minds of his coaches.

Bengals' defensive coordinator brings passion to team
Dayton Daily News | July 30, 2008
The Cincinnati Bengals' new defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer asked and received.

Houshmandzadeh gets a rest with leg soreness
Dayton Daily News | July 30, 2008
After surviving his first practice in full pads since 2006, tailback Chris Perry took the morning workout off Wednesday, July 30, but went back to work Wednesday night. It was scheduled.

T.J. takes things as they come
Cincinnati Enquirer | July 30, 2008
With four seasons as a starter behind him, T.J. Houshmandzadeh's belief that he belonged in the NFL hasn't wavered, but it hasn't exploded either.

Rucker presented with opportunity
Cincinnati Enquirer | July 30, 2008
The Bengals were counting on Frostee Rucker to have a productive year before Monday's events unfolded: starting defensive end Antwan Odom will be out for an undetermined amount of time after sustaining a sprained left foot.

What Willie says ...
Cincinnati Enquirer | July 30, 2008
Right tackle Willie Anderson, 33, is in his 13th training camp with the Bengals. He begins camp as a backup for the first time since his rookie season, 1996. His camp diary will appear daily.

Who's up / Who's down
Cincinnati Enquirer | July 30, 2008
On the rise: David Jones, signed as a rookie last season after New Orleans waived him, has emerged as the No. 3 cornerback early in training camp behind starters Johnathan Joseph and Leon Hall. Jones was the Saints' fifth-round pick. As a rookie in 2007, he played in seven games on special teams. Coach Marvin Lewis said Jones learned a lot on the fly last year as a rookie, worked hard in the offseason and made great strides.

Inside camp
Cincinnati Enquirer | July 30, 2008
Cornerback Johnathan Joseph, who has four career interceptions, intercepted an errant Carson Palmer pass in an 11-on-11 drill. His play has been indicative of fine work by the defensive secondary early in camp. Offensively, tailback Chris Perry took a swing pass from quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick and outran pursuit to the sideline.

Slim replacement? Five vie for shot at No. 3 receiver
Dayton Daily News | July 30, 2008
Somebody will replace Chris Henry, who was cut in April, as the Bengals' No. 3 wide receiver behind Chad Johnson and T.J. Houshmandzadeh.

Drill in full pads sets tempo
Dayton Daily News | July 30, 2008
Why did the Bengals place the franchise tag on right offensive tackle Stacy Andrews?

Prize free agent sidelined quickly
Cincinnati Enquirer | July 29, 2008
One of the players the Bengals can least afford to lose to injury, pass-rushing defensive end Antwan Odom, suffered a foot sprain Monday morning in practice.

Lewis: 'It's a shame' Rivers isn't in camp
Cincinnati Enquirer | July 29, 2008
Like first-round draft pick Leon Hall in 2007, linebacker Keith Rivers has missed the first two Bengals training camp practices. Coach Marvin Lewis didn't conceal his disappointment that Rivers was not at camp.

What Willie says...
Cincinnati Enquirer | July 29, 2008
Right tackle Willie Anderson, 33, is in his 13th training camp with the Bengals. He begins camp as a backup for the first time since his rookie season, 1996. His diary will appear daily

Inside camp
Cincinnati Enquirer | July 29, 2008
Complex opens at 2 p.m.

Chad Johnson sits out; Odom hurt at Bengals camp
Kansas City Star | July 29, 2008
Pro Bowl receiver Chad Johnson didn't participate in the Cincinnati Bengals' first practice of training camp because his right ankle hasn't fully recovered from surgery.

Bengals receiver Chad Johnson misses practice because of ankle; Antwan Odom hurts foot
Star Tribune | July 29, 2008

Who's up / Who's down
Cincinnati Enquirer | July 29, 2008
Take a look at who's who, both good and bad, in the Bengals training camp this year.

Bengals roster filled with holes during training camp
Dayton Daily News | July 28, 2008
Opening day of training camp was a big downer for the Cincinnati Bengals.

Fullback Johnson fights ballooning weight and for roster spot
Dayton Daily News | July 28, 2008
Bengals fullback Jeremi Johnson isn't battling for a starting job. He's fighting for a roster spot.

Chad Johnson sits out; Odom hurt at Bengals camp
USA Today | July 28, 2008
Pro Bowler Chad Johnson didn't participate in the Cincinnati Bengals' first practice of training camp because his right ankle ...

What Willie says
Cincinnati Enquirer | July 28, 2008
I kind of backed off my stance from the spring: I'm going to training camp to win a job. No, Stacy is my guy. I love Stacy. We're roommates. I'm not going through that.

Rivers missing as camp opens
Cincinnati Enquirer | July 28, 2008
Chad Johnson, as promised, reported to Bengals training camp on time, and rookie Keith Rivers, projected as a starting outside linebacker, was the only one of the team's 10 draft picks to report late.

Inside training camp
Cincinnati Enquirer | July 28, 2008
The Bengals held a 45-minute on-field workout Sunday afternoon, at which time players stretched and ran. The Bengals are healthier at the start of this training camp more than they'd been in Marvin Lewis' previous five as head coach, he said.

Bengals notebook
Cincinnati Enquirer | July 28, 2008
Andrew Whitworth (right, with Levi Jones) agreed to a $30 million contract extension. "I've been saying for at least a year that I can't believe we got this guy in the second round of the draft," quarterback Carson Palmer said of Whitworth.

Star receiver Chad Johnson reports to Bengals camp
Kansas City Star | July 28, 2008
Chad Johnson had nothing to say when he reported for training camp Sunday, ending the Cincinnati Bengals' offseason drama with a pillow under his arm and a leave-me-alone look on his face.

Chad Johnson reports to Bengals' camp, very quietly
Philly.com | July 28, 2008
"We're working on taking care of things," Moran said last night. He would not elaborate on the "personal situation" that has kept Andrews away from Lehigh, even when a reporter referenced some of the more outrageous rumors floating around the Internet, and suggested that the truth could hardly be more damaging.

Chad Johnson reports to Bengals
Orlando Sentinel | July 28, 2008
WR Chad Johnson had nothing to say when he reported for training camp Sunday in Georgetown, Ky., ending the Cincinnati Bengals' offseason drama with a pillow under his arm and a leave-me-alone look on his face.

Bengals' Johnson reports on time
Buffalo News | July 28, 2008
GEORGETOWN, Ky. -- Receiver Chad Johnson had nothing to say when he reported for training camp Sunday, ending the Cincinnati Bengals' offseason drama with a pillow under his arm and a leave-me-alone look on his face.

Palmer cool with Chad, ice cold to OSU
Dayton Daily News | July 27, 2008
Carson Palmer is cool with wide receiver Chad Johnson, but the Cincinnati Bengals quarterback turned another cold shoulder at Ohio State on Sunday, July 27.

Rivers holding out, missing out on camp
Dayton Daily News | July 27, 2008
Bengals first-round draft pick Keith Rivers officially became a holdout when he didn't sign by the 1 p.m. check-in deadline on Sunday, July 27.

Q&A with Marvin Lewis
Cincinnati Enquirer | July 27, 2008
Marvin Lewis begins his sixth season as Bengals head coach with a 42-38 record. The Bengals report this morning to training camp at Georgetown (Ky.) College. The first two practices will be Monday.

Know your AFC North
Cincinnati Enquirer | July 27, 2008
Times are a-changing in the AFC North, where, heading into his sixth season in command of the Bengals, Marvin Lewis is the division's senior head coach.

Offseason timeline: No dull moments
Cincinnati Enquirer | July 27, 2008
Jan. 2: Marvin Lewis fires defensive coordinator Chuck Bresnahan and linebackers coach Ricky Hunley.

Additions, subtractions, players to watch
Cincinnati Enquirer | July 27, 2008
Chris Perry is a wild card - a big runner with speed and an excellent receiver (51 receptions in 2005). Perry makes the offense more difficult to defend.

Bengals training camp notes
Cincinnati Enquirer | July 27, 2008
Bengals beat writer Mark Curnutte takes a look at the prospects for the 2008 training camp in Georgetown, Ky.

Bengals training camp set to kick off
Dayton Daily News | July 27, 2008
The names on the roster change as the years roll, but the goals never do.

Six steps toward a rewarding experience at training camp
Dayton Daily News | July 26, 2008
Arrive early — Gates open one hour before morning and afternoon practices, and two hours before night practices.

Training camp questions and answers
Dayton Daily News | July 26, 2008
Q Why does Bengals training camp start so late?

Quick facts and how to go to training camp
Dayton Daily News | July 26, 2008
Camp dates: July 28 through Aug. 15.

Eleven players have expiring deals
Dayton Daily News | July 26, 2008
CINCINNATI — Contract years have a way of bringing out the best in players as they compete for new long-term deals.

Camp practice schedule
Dayton Daily News | July 26, 2008
at Georgetown (Ky.) College

Irons out, Bengals look ahead
Cincinnati Enquirer | July 26, 2008
In somewhat of a pre-training camp shocker, the Bengals announced they had waived tailback Kenny Irons. Their second round pick in 2007 out of Auburn, Irons failed a team physical earlier this week.

2 more draftees are close
Cincinnati Enquirer | July 25, 2008
As the Bengals load up the trucks for Georgetown College, where they open training camp Monday, the team is close to reaching contract agreements with two more of their draft picks.

Defensive coordinator an in-your-face kinda guy
Dayton Daily News | July 25, 2008
CINCINNATI — Mike Zimmer is standing near the sideline with arms folded and eyes focused on the play. Suddenly, he breaks the silence with a sprint onto the field and a scream into the face of a rookie cornerback.

Who will be special this season?
Dayton Daily News | July 24, 2008
CINCINNATI — Bengals special teams coach Darrin Simmons is searching for that guy. That elusive kick-returner, that breakaway threat, who can make the special teams, well, special.

Mike Brown chides Palmer over Ohio State comments
Cincinnati Enquirer | July 23, 2008
Bengals president Mike Brown good-naturedly joined the Carson Palmer-Ohio State flap Tuesday, reminding the quarterback that Brown's father, Paul E. Brown, coached the Buckeyes for three seasons.

Bengals' special teams are hardly so
Cincinnati Enquirer | July 23, 2008
After a frustrating season of special teams play, sixth-year Bengals special teams coach Darrin Simmons is ready to put 2007 in the past.

Bengals' outlook optimistic
Cincinnati Enquirer | July 23, 2008
The Bengals' annual pre-training camp luncheon Tuesday brimmed with its usual optimism, including Marvin Lewis' stance that the goal this season is to win the AFC North Division title.

Lewis puts an end to talk of Henry returning to team
Dayton Daily News | July 23, 2008
CINCINNATI — Whatever door Chris Henry left open for a possible return to the Cincinnati Bengals has been slammed shut by head coach Marvin Lewis.

Bengals owner seeks a season of redemption
Dayton Daily News | July 23, 2008
CINCINNATI — Bengals president Mike Brown touched on numerous subjects during the club's pre-training camp luncheon at Paul Brown Stadium on Tuesday, July 22.

Palmer's OSU rant shows a lapse in judgment
Dayton Daily News | July 23, 2008
Bengals quarterback Carson Palmer, a proud Southern Cal alum, went too far in his rant against Ohio State.

Palmer, Brown sound off on OSU vs. USC
Dayton Daily News | July 23, 2008
CINCINNATI — Bengals quarterback Carson Palmer may want to moonlight as a cornerback. He's smooth with his backpedal.

Marvin and Chad make up
Dayton Daily News | July 23, 2008
CINCINNATI — Amid all the offseason controversy involving Chad Johnson — his request to be traded that escalated into a demand — Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis never got a call from his star receiver until recently.

Bengals coach Lewis shuts door on Henry returning
Buffalo News | July 23, 2008
Coach Marvin Lewis emphatically closed the door Tuesday on the possibility of receiver Chris Henry rejoining the Cincinnati Bengals.

Bengals' Palmer hopes USC gives Buckeyes a 'butt-whipping'
Dayton Daily News | July 22, 2008
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Carson Palmer is trying to explain remarks that have gotten him in big trouble with Buckeyes fans.

Bengals' Johnson says he will report to camp
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette | July 22, 2008

Chad focused on the season
Cincinnati Enquirer | July 22, 2008
Despite today's release of the DVD Chad Johnson narrates about big-time NFL playmakers, he is more concerned about the offseason past and the upcoming season. "My whole focus right now is on Baltimore," he said.

Bengals' C. Johnson says he'll report to camp on time
Baltimore Sun | July 21, 2008
WR isn't sure how fans will treat him, but hopes they'll be supportive; injured ankle could limit him in practice Receiver Chad Johnson said he'll report on time for the Cincinnati Bengals' training camp next weekend, but his surgically repaired ankle will probably prevent him from fully participating.

Chad Johnson says he'll be in camp; ankle sore
Dayton Daily News | July 21, 2008
CINCINNATI — Receiver Chad Johnson says he'll report on time for the Cincinnati Bengals' training camp next weekend, but his surgically repaired ankle will probably prevent him from fully participating in practice.