The Cincinnati Bengals are big on giving second chances to players. They gave a second chance to Cedric Benson and that has turned out to be a great move for them. After the Bears released Benson and gave up on him anyone could have signed him. No one rushed to sign the former 1st round pick. Now Benson is the 6th best rusher in the game so far this season. He has run for 859 yards and has scored 6 touchdowns. He is a big part of why the Bengals are 7-2 along with Carson Palmer and Chad Ochocinco.
Now the Bengals are giving a second chance to Larry Johnson. Larry Johnson was released by Kansas City Chiefs after not performing and being a distraction off the field. Johnson is going to be the 4th string Running back, but I think he will get a chance sometime this season to show the league he still has some game left in him, or if he is washed up at 30 years old. I think Johnson’s best days are way behind him and he won’t be much of a factor, but we will see.
Don't forget Chris Henry.This could be good for the Bengals if Benson comes back strong.If Johnson has something left they have 2 backs to wear down a defense.
ReplyDeleteIf Johnson plays, the only reason he'll be good is because the Bengals have a top notch, very good O-line. Notice how well that Scott kid ran? For most players, the O-line is the causal factor of a RBs success.
ReplyDeleteBungels also have Tank Johnson
I think a few years ago, Cincy had like six players on their roster that had gotten arrested.