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In Hobson's latest, he makes an interesting observation with Daniel Coats making reps at fullback. Along with Reggie Kelly, the Bengals could have as many as four tight ends on roster with two playing an H-Back/Full Back type of role. Which makes you wonder, where's Jeremi Johnson?

With Thurman's release, Dhani Jones appears to be the front runner for MLB with Keith Rivers (WILL) and Ahmad Brooks (SAM) flanking. Rashad Jeanty figures to compete for the SAM spot.

Dave makes the case that releasing Odell Thurman has weakened the linebackers -- which I completely agree and a major point of mine (Dave actually examines linebackers as a whole, not Thurman). Even though Lewis is, in bits and pieces, claiming that releasing Thurman was missing work, not during OTAs, but throughout the off-season since January.

Even though most reports state that Eric Henderson has been working at defensive end during voluntaries, Mark Curnutte states that Henderson is still an option at linebacker.

Chick Ludwig called Thurman "high risk, high reward". I suppose there's a point to that. But I'll maintain his risk is actually overstated. He was suspended four games prior to the 2006 season then caught with a DUI. What's happened since? Though I still maintain those two incidents as the reason for a two-year suspension was because the Chancellor was high on power enforcing his conduct policy that did little to stem players from making trouble.

Even though Hobson called wide receiver Jerome Simpson a "scaredy cat" because he was too nervous to meet T.J. Houshmandzadeh at the NFL Rookie Premiere in Los Angeles, there's a lot to look forward to.

Arm Chair GM says the Bengals offense will be worse because Chad Johnson "helping his team AT ALL". We disagree. While Chad is a fine receiver with gaudy numbers, in games that he's been needed the most, he's disappears anyway. We were a bit surprised in this conclusion that we shouldn't be surprised that Carson Palmer's go-to guy would become T.J. Houshmandzadeh this year. Huh?!

Metro services, starting this month, could be restricted from providing transportation to and from Bengals games -- and other events. The point, as per the FTA, is to allow private services to compete for bids so public services aren't impacted.

In NFL News... Chancellor Roger Goodell hopes that fining teams because of player's that violate the conduct policy, will help stem player's conduct, since the "crack down" discipline hasn't done much. Do you know what else they are talking? Hair on players and sedating rowdy fans.

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I really don’t understand how people are so upset about the Odell Thurman thing. He’s a turd. He hasn’t played on our team for two years because he’s a turd. Obviously, there not going to go into specifics but if they let him go after this long, he hasn’t dedicated himself to football and we must still think he’s a turd.

Even though we may not deserve it, I’m giving the front office the benefit of the doubt. He was suspended for TWO YEARS and that was largely responsible for missing the playoffs two years ago. I still haven’t forgotten that. That is ODELL THURMAN’S fault. If he looks like he’s still not dedicated then c’ya f—cker.

What I don’t get is drafting/signing Shirley, Hebert and Purify after all this crap.

by mp45242 on May 21, 2008 4:50 PM EDT   0 recs

What I don’t get is drafting/signing Shirley, Hebert and Purify after all this crap.

In fact, that should answer your question right there. It’s called hypocrisy, or better named, a mythical zero-tolerance policy to keep ravenous fans like us quiet. :-)

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by Kirkendall on May 21, 2008 5:04 PM EDT   0 recs

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I’ve honestly just hated the guy since he missed the ‘06 season and we came a bad snap away one week and a missed field go the next week from making the playoffs. I was ready to get rid of him then.

Hypocrisy is correct. That is why I continue to be angry with our front office but I’ve got no problem with Odell and Henry leaving.

Over/Under on when Purify, Hebert or Shirley get into trouble?

by mp45242 on May 21, 2008 5:20 PM EDT   0 recs

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Jason “Leviathan” Shirley and I’d like to say that I’ve got a good feeling about this kid, mainly because he’s huge and more athletic-faster, more nimble, jumps freakishly high for a 340lber- than either Sedrick Ellis or Glenn Dorsey. I liken his prospects to those of Corey Dillon, who also came into the league with turd crumbles in his wake. Despite his attitude in the later years, Corey worked his ass off on the field and kept his nose clean off it. Hopefully, Jason can do the same.

Henderson moving back to LB is a no brainer with Odell’s release, even if it’s more of a specialist/rush backer position that he occupies. This guy set Georgia Tech records for sacks and tackles for loss- despite missing seven games junior and senior years. They might even be able to interchange he and Geathers up and back, shifting before the snap to throw off the blocking schemes.

Chad needs to be gone. I don’t want to have to think about him or hear his whiny ass on my television one more time. Jerome Simpson has Fred Biletnikoff hands to go with Randy Moss’ body. Looking forward to see him work it.

by IgnatiusJReilly on May 21, 2008 7:36 PM EDT   0 recs

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