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Time Machine: Bengals Clinch AFC North on Dec. 18, 2005

Posted: 3rd December 2009 by Russell Wight in NFL
With the Lions set to take on the Bengals at Paul Brown Stadium on Sunday, I can't help but think of Dec. 18, 2005. On a frigid day in Detroit, the Bengals throttled the Lions 41-17 and clinched the AFC North division title. After years of watching miserable football, Bengals fans were finally able to think about the playoffs. The team was 11-3 and on a roll, having just won three ...

The Cincinnati Bengals Have a Plan

Posted: 2nd December 2009 by Russell Wight in NFL
It is no secret that the Cincinnati Bengals have been one of the surprise stories of the 2009 NFL season. They are 8-3, including a 6-0 sweep of the AFC North. What is the difference between this year and the many miserable years that Bengals fans have been forced to endure? What has changed? Of course, Carson Palmer being under center and remaining relatively healthy has been a huge plus. Palmer ...

Cincinnati Bengals Achieve Divisional Perfection

Posted: 30th November 2009 by Russell Wight in NFL
For the first time in team history, the Cincinnati Bengals have posted an undefeated record against division opponents. áWith sweeps over the Steelers and Ravens already in the books, the Bengals literally ran over the Cleveland Browns today on their way to a 16-7 victory at Paul Brown Stadium. The Bengals offense was all about running the football. áLarry Johnson rushed for 107 yards on 22 carries. áBernard Scott racked up ...

What Are Bengals Fans Thankful for?

Posted: 25th November 2009 by Russell Wight in NFL
As I celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday with my family, I begin to think about what I am thankful for regarding the 2009 Cincinnati Bengals. Despite a couple of bumps in the road, the season has been an enjoyable one for Bengals fans. The team is 7-3 and all alone atop the AFC North. What are Bengals fans thankful for? á Carson Palmer's Health Carson Palmer has remained relatively healthy. A lot of credit needs to ...

Cincinnati Bengals Week 11 Report Card

Posted: 24th November 2009 by Russell Wight in NFL
The Cincinnati Bengals reverted back to their old ways on Sunday and it resulted in a loss to the Oakland Raiders. áTurnovers and penalties were aplenty as the Bengals missed an opportunity to distance themselves from the rest of the division. áEvery team in the AFC North went down on Sunday. Technically, the Bengals didn't lose anything. áThey are still one game up on the Steelers and, of course, hold the ...

The Best of Ochocinco: Volume Five

Posted: 19th November 2009 by Russell Wight in NFL
The Cincinnati Bengals are 7-2 and in sole possession of first place in the AFC North. However, it's time to take a break from game observations, report cards, and upcoming matchups. á It's time to step off the field and get some relationship advice from our favorite tweeter, Chad Ochocinco . I now present The Best of Ochocinco, Volume 5 . OGOchoCinco: "What a beautiful day, 70 degrees and raining = cuddle weather ...

Cincinnati Bengals: Sign Troubled Running Backs? Been There, Done That.

Posted: 18th November 2009 by Russell Wight in NFL
Larry Johnson is officially a member of the Cincinnati Bengals. áHe called this a chance to "right some of my wrongs."á Much has been said about the running back's checkered past and how his signing will affect team chemistry. á Is it healthy to take on a player with baggage and give him a fresh start? á Wait a second. áI think we have had this discussion before... Bengals sign another malcontent in Cedric ...

Student Suspended for Being a Cincinnati Bengals Fan

Posted: 12th November 2009 by Russell Wight in NFL
In a despicable display of social interventionism, an eighth grade student a Garfield Middle School in Hamilton, OH was disciplined because of his haircut. áDustin Reader received an in-school suspension for violating the school's code of conduct, which prohibits "unnaturally colored hair, extreme/distracting makeup, haircuts and hairstyles." The young man must have had a creative four-letter word shaved on the side of his head. áSurely, there was an obscene image on ...

Bengals and Steelers Talking Some Trash

Posted: 12th November 2009 by Russell Wight in NFL
There are two huge games this weekend in regards to how the AFC playoff picture might shape up. The undefeated Indianapolis Colts are hosting the New England Patriots on Sunday night. Prior to that game, the Cincinnati Bengals and Pittsburgh Steelers will battle at Heinz Field for first place in the AFC North. The Bengals are 4-0 against AFC North teams this year, including a 23-20 win against the Steelers in ...

The Best of Ochocinco, Volume Four

Posted: 10th November 2009 by Russell Wight in NFL
After three editions of The Best of Ochocinco, you would think I could have covered Chad Ochocinco's best tweets. However, OGOchoCinco just keeps 'em coming. This version involves Chad's obviously loving relationship with his grandmother. I now present The Best of Ochocinco, Volume Four. OGOchoCinco Yall ain't gonna believe this, grandma bought a hot dog, pulled her own ketchup and mustard packs out her purse <--- She showing off n cincy! OGOchoCinco The same peppermint ...