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Chillin' At the Water Cooler With Bengals Fans: Chris Henry Controversy

Sportz AssassinPosted Aug 20th 2008 12:10PM by Sportz Assassin (author feed)
Filed under: Bengals, AFC North, NFL Fans

I live and work in the Metro Cincinnati area and the Bengals are usually on everyone's brain. During the season, I will gather a few of my co-workers (Tom Otten, William Morgan and Dave Chandler) together "at the water cooler" and discuss some Bengals topics.

This week is a bit different as I discussed the the controversial Chris Henry signing with several other fans -- not all of them Bengals fans. My opinion has been documented.

Dave C: "I don't agree with the signing. We have enough trouble in the locker room and now adding another headcase. Also showing Marvin [Lewis] has no say in what goes on with his team since he didn't want him back. Typical Mike Brown."

William M: "Think it was a good no risk move. Low money move. And if he mess up after this time ... not only will he be off the Bengals team ... he will be out of the NFL."

Tom O: "I'm the guy who doesn't care what you do off the field -- just show up and play. This isn't girl scout camp ... this is war! But to kick a player off your team, call him a big problem, wash your hands of him and then re-sign him? The Bengals have lost all credibility. Their 'laughing stock' has just gone up! The only thing for Marvin Lewis to do is resign. Save face now and maybe you get a job elsewhere. This team is going nowhere. Continue to prove you have no control on a joke team and you'll wind up like [former Bengals coach] Dave Shula. Go Browns!"

Anthony C: "Great move!"

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In a Shocking Development, Agent Reveals That Chris Henry Is Broke

Ryan WilsonPosted Aug 19th 2008 8:34PM by Ryan Wilson (author feed)
Filed under: Bengals, AFC North

Cincinnati: the NFL's halfway house. In news that should've surprised no one, the team re-signed chronic law breaker Chris Henry yesterday. At the time, the move was thought to be a combination of things: injuries to starters Chad Johnson and T.J. Houshmandzadeh, and less-than-expected progress by the two rookies, Jerome Simpson and Andre Caldwell.

And today, Bengals.com confirms as much: the team, faced with the possibility of going into the season without two of it's best players and nothing behind them, prompted the re-ushering in of the Chris Henry Era. Ah, good times, indeed.
The signing indicates that Chad Johnson's sprained shoulder is serious enough that the Bengals look to be preparing for the possibility that Johnson could be sidelined for several weeks, although Johnson insisted Monday night he'll be back for the opener.

But that's not the only injury that has clouded the receiver picture in the last 48 hours. There is also rookie receiver Andre Caldwell's sprained foot and T.J. Houshmandzadeh's hamstring. He's 50-50 at best to play in his first preseason game Saturday night against the Saints, and the Bengals could be forced to sign a receiver in addition to Henry.
But it gets better: according to Henry's agent, the gun-toting, jersey-wearing evil doer is broke, but has apparently "undergone a transformation in order to get his life back in order." Translation: "I'm broke and I need to quit acting like a jackass long enough to get paid."
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Bengals Power Struggle: Mike Brown Shows Marvin Lewis Who Is Boss

Sportz AssassinPosted Aug 19th 2008 2:16AM by Sportz Assassin (author feed)
Filed under: Bengals, AFC North

Despite being released prior to the NFL Draft in April, there have been rumors swirling that Chris Henry could be a Bengal very soon.

When that rumor broke, it was said that Bengals owner Mike Brown really wanted Henry back ... but coach Marvin Lewis wanted nothing to do with him. Lewis put his word on the line when he said this team would rid themselves of the problem players that have made the franchise into a national punchline. Bringing Henry back would just kill any belief in what Lewis says.

And now that has happened, as Henry is close to being a Bengal again.

It isn't Lewis' fault. Brown wanted him and he's the owner. We've been there where we know better than our bosses but they go ahead and do what they want. In Cincinnati, Lewis has to fight this to create his team on a daily basis and has no one to answer to but Mr. Brown ... Mr. Brown's daughter ... and Mr. Brown's daughter's husband.

Those are Lewis' bosses, which makes him the highest ranking "football guy" in the organization. That's what makes this a shame for Bengals fans.

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Bengals Chatting With Chris Henry: 'I Wish I Could Quit You'

Sportz AssassinPosted Aug 14th 2008 1:57AM by Sportz Assassin (author feed)
Filed under: Bengals, AFC North

Here comes the story again. Apparently the Cincinnati Bengals have been in contact with Chris Henry's agent. Well, that's according to the agent:
The Bengals have had "conversations" with representatives for wide receiver Chris Henry, his agent told the Enquirer late this afternoon.

"Don't put any stock in NFL.com," Lewis said. "I don't think (the story) has any legs for any reason."

Agent Marvin Frazier said he and the Bengals were engaged in "just conversations right now."

This is interesting on so many levels (I'll get to the should they in a bit). The way it is right now, coach Marvin Lewis wants nothing to do with Henry ... but owner Mike Brown does. When this line of thinking came up last month, Lewis convinced Brown not to bring Henry back to the team. That was before the Bengals training camp where none of the candidates for the #3 receiver have impressed.

If Brown gets his way, does that mean there will be a divide between he and Lewis? Will the seat get a bit warmer for ol' Marv? And how will fans react?

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FanHouse NFL Season Preview: Cincinnati Bengals - Changing Their Stripes?

Sportz AssassinPosted Aug 9th 2008 9:00AM by Sportz Assassin (author feed)
Filed under: Bengals, AFC North

Training camps are underway, the NFL season is a month off, and to get you ready for 2008, FanHouse previews all 32 teams, "heat index" style. We'll rate each club in 10 categories on a scale of 1 to 10, high score wins.

Quarterback: If there is one constant on this team, it is Carson Palmer. Sure, Palmer didn't have his best season a year ago, but his off seasons are better than many QBs best years. In reality, other things factored into his poor season (injuries to the line, injury to Rudi Johnson, receivers pouting). The only issue here is what happens in Cincinnati if Palmer gets hurt. They have no one groomed to come in. Ryan Fitzpatrick and Jeff Rowe are in their second seasons with the team and Carson's brother, Jordan, is fighting for a spot. Heat Index: 8

Running backs: Injuries have hurt this unit in the past couple of years. Workhorse Rudi Johnson finally hit a wall; Kenny Irons blew out his knee in his first preseason game; Chris Perry has never been able to stay on the field. Well, Rudi and Perry are healthy again, with 2007 surprises Kenny Watson and DeDe Dorsey around to give the offense a different dynamic. Cincy needs this unit to get back to form to allow the entire offense to explode. Heat Index: 4

Receivers: Chad Johnson and T.J. Houshmandzadeh are one of the best receiving combos in the NFL. T.J. tied for the lead in receptions; Chad was third in receiving yards. However, this could be the last season either is in Cincinnati. Johnson's issues with the team are well documented. T.J. is in his final contracted season. Chris Henry is finally gone and there are several guys trying to step into that #3 spot. Rookie Jerome Simpson will get a strong look, as will Andre Caldwell and Antonio Chatman. Chatman is the only one with experience and could get the nod. Heat Index: 8

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Chillin' at the Water Cooler With Bengals Fans: Camp Raises Hopes and Concerns

Sportz AssassinPosted Jul 31st 2008 11:15AM by Sportz Assassin (author feed)
Filed under: Bengals, AFC North, NFL Fans

I live and work in the Metro Cincinnati area and the Bengals are usually on everyone's brain. During the season, I will gather a few of my co-workers (Tom Otten, William Morgan and Dave Chandler) together "at the water cooler" and discuss some Bengals topics.

Sportz: Last year, we all talked about a variety of topics during a disappointing 7-9 season. Now that camp has started, what are your expectiations for the upcoming season?

Tom: It's the Bungles. You scream and throw your beer at the TV. It's a rollercoaster ride of pride, pain and pathos.

Dave: As usual, just good enough to miss the playoffs. Sad life of a Bengals fan.

Tom: Just beat Cleveland

William: Playoffs.

Sportz: Man, that schedule is a beast. I think they'll be better than last year ... but their record may not prove it. That being sad, is this a make or break season for Marvin Lewis?
Dave: Break. And a scary thought because who will [Bengals owner Mike] Brown replace him with?

William: I think so. Marvin Lewis doesn't have to win the Super Bowl ... but I think he needs to make the playoffs.

Tom: Uh, is his contract up? Talk to me then.

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Bengals DE Antwan Odom Injured His Foot During Practice; Carted Off the Field

Sportz AssassinPosted Jul 28th 2008 1:25PM by Sportz Assassin (author feed)
Filed under: Bengals, AFC North, NFL Injuries

One of the Bengals biggest offseason acquisitions (and the richest free agent in franchise history) has gone down.

DE Antwan Odom hurt his left foot and was carted off the field. The seriousness of the injury isn't yet known (UPDATE: Marvin Lewis has called it a foot sprain and that he will be ready by the season opener).

Odom has played in all 16 games in three of his four seasons (in 2006, he played just four games due to a knee injury). Because of his breakout performance last year, the Bengals lured Odom away from the Titans to make him the biggest free agent signing in team history (which isn't saying much).

I guess he'll have to wait to practice with Muhsin Muhammad.

Some other minor Bengals news ...

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Marvin Lewis Speaks on Underachieving, Knuckleheads and Being on the Hot Seat

Sportz AssassinPosted Jul 27th 2008 12:59PM by Sportz Assassin (author feed)
Filed under: Bengals, AFC North, NFL Coaching

There is no more man in Cincinnati that is more sure of himself than Marvin Lewis (Pete Rose owns the lifetime achievement award, however). He is the Teflon Don around these parts.

In an interview with the Bengals official site, Lewis talks about expectations, underachievement and being on the hot seat ("You don't really believe that, do you?").
"We keep spending all this time on the knuckleheads instead of on the good guys; that's a problem," Lewis said. "When you spend all your time coaching knuckleheads and not spending the right amount of time with the right players in the right direction because you're putting out fires over here, putting out fires over there ... ."

Despite some rough edges still around (uh, 85), the team did do a lot to shed some of the "knuckleheads" from the roster. Chris Henry and Odell Thurman are both gone after repeated run-ins with the law that led to NFL-mandated suspensions.

Lewis swung his weight even further when he told owner Mike Brown that he didn't want a cheaper Chris Henry back ... despite Brown's willingness to bring him in.

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Marvin Lewis Is Going to Pass on Re-signing Chris Henry

Ryan WilsonPosted Jul 23rd 2008 12:35PM by Ryan Wilson (author feed)
Filed under: Bengals, AFC North

Last week, the blog formerly known as Hashmarks suggested that the Bengals might want to think about re-signing Chris Henry, the former wide receiver who is now without transportation or a place to live. It was an interesting personnel strategy -- go after a guy after he's lost everything -- but one that was littered with potential pitfalls.

During Henry's three years in Cincinnati, he had myriad legal run-ins, and that eventually led to the Bengals finally releasing him. Bringing him back would certainly add depth at wide receiver, something the team needs, but given Henry's baggage, it hardly made sense.

FanHouse's Sportz Assassin made the case for why the team should move on, and yesterday, head coach Marvin Lewis basically reiterated that line of thinking.
"I'm not interested," Lewis told reporters Tuesday, before the team's annual preseason luncheon. "I don't think it would be productive for our football team. You have to be a productive part to be an NFL player, and there's responsibilities to being an NFL player. It's a privilege, it's not a right. There's a lot that comes with being an NFL football player."
So that's that, I suppose. For Henry, 25 years old and full of potential, there's still a chance he could resurface with another team in need of a wideout. He must first be reinstated by NFL commissioner Roger Goodell, who suspended him indefinitely earlier this year. That likelihood seems slim, but who had Dig Dug Jones playing for the Cowboys this season?
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Chad Johnson, Marvin Lewis Kiss and Make Up, Bengals Season Saved

Ryan WilsonPosted Jul 23rd 2008 12:12PM by Ryan Wilson (author feed)
Filed under: Bengals, AFC North

Maybe this has something to do with why NFL coaches don't hate Chad Johnson as much as Terrell Owens: Johnson means well, and when pressed, he usually caves to his employer's demands. That's not necessarily a bad thing, particularly when there's no indication that the people who pay his salary aren't treating him unfairly.

By now, the story is familiar to most of us: Johnson used the offseason to try to get out of Cincinnati, the Bengals -- specifically, head coach Marvin Lewis -- told him it wasn't happening, no matter how much bellyaching he did, and when the team threatened to fine Johnson for missing mandatory workouts, he magically changed his attitude.

And now, some six months after he started the "Anywhere but Cincy in '08" campaign, Mr. Ocho Cinco comes bearing an olive branch.
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