Victory Thread: Cincinnati Bengals (4-1) 17, Baltimore Ravens (3-2) 14
by jsl413 on Oct 11, 2009 4:24 PM EDT
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PrintThey did it for Zimmer. The Bengals defense held when it counted and gave Carson Palmer a chance with just over 2 minutes left in the game. After a series of penalties and catches and runs, including a 4th-down scramble by Palmer, the Bengals found pay dirt as Palmer hit Andre Caldwell for the game winning touchdown. There would be no Flacco heroics this week, as a last-ditch Hail Mary fell into Leon Hall's breadbasket for the game-ending interception.
This win has to go out to defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer. After losing his wife this week, the man dove into work and coached the Bengals defense to victory. Here are some numbers that are very telling about the game this week:
- Time of possession - Bengals: 34:19, Ravens: 25:41.
- Rushing yards - Bengals: 142 yards, Ravens: 82 yards.
- Passing yards - Bengals: 261 yards, Ravens: 175 yards.
- Total yards - Bengals: 403 yards, Ravens: 257 yards.
What does that say about the Bengals defense and offense against a top-ranked defense and top ranked offense? Cedric Benson and the offensive line made plays all day, keeping Carson Palmer on his feet and opening holes. Benson, though, may have had the play of the game when he spun out of a tackle in the backfield and out-sprinted the Ravens secondary for over 20 yards into the end zone.
Chad Johnson had 7 catches for 94 yards, and Chris Henry is finally getting some chances, making 3 catches for 92 yards, including a 73 yard bomb, good for the Bengals' longest play for scrimmage this year. Daniel Coats dropped 2 touchdown passes - but let's stay on positives. Benson had multiple 10+ yard runs, averagin 4.4 yards on 27 carries. Guys, I know we love the pass and hate seeing bad runs, but when our running backs get 21+ carries in a game, we simply win.
And we won today. Joe Flacco's longest play from scrimmage was a result of bad tackling and Ray Rice making a great play happen. But Flacco hit no one down field. Ravens backs had only 18 carries for 4.6 yards per carry. The Bengals defense allowed only 8 points, and had 2 key take aways to end the game and keep points off the board. Our cornerbacks have certainly made a case for themselves as one of the best in the league.
One update: Cedric Benson now leads ALL NFL rushers in yards since last December. Wow.
Feel free to discuss other key points here, and look for a full recap later tonight.
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No doubt. This win if for Mike Zimmer and his family.
by California Bengal Fan on Oct 11, 2009 4:31 PM EDT up reply actions
Either the AFC North sucks or we are a pretty good team.
I prefer to believe the latter is true.
There's gotta be a way he can improve his hands
His blocking is good. Improve the hands, and he could be a real asset.
by California Bengal Fan on Oct 11, 2009 4:32 PM EDT up reply actions
Chase?
I wonder if Carson will lose his faith in TE’s recieving by the time Coffman get in to play. I’d like to think he would have made those catches
chase has to be one dumb farm hick
as bad as we need his hands, he cant wrap his mind around our blocking schemes?
Yeah something is wrong that's for sure
My favorite quote from Hard Knocks was TE coach watching film and simply sayss " Chase what the fuck were you thinking…" I still laugh thinking about it
Finally a different feeling
In years past I would have joined this team and thrown in the towel when things looked bleak but i’m starting to believe this really is a different team. They never give up ever!.
Cudos to the defense for sticking it out and stopping people when it count. My prediction for Carson is he’s in the talk for the most clutch 4th quarter QB in the NFL by the end of this season
eat it ratbirds
hate you with a passion that was reserved for the old browns. then you stole them. eat the loss. chew on it. swallow it.
As James Garner says....
…it’s best not to taper off….
by TheWalrus1971 on Oct 11, 2009 4:41 PM EDT up reply actions
wasnt posted on a ravens forum trolling for hate
its posted on a bengals forum. if you aint a bengals fan, go home.
no
there’s a classy way to win and that wasn’t it. baltimore is by far a better fan base to play against than either pitt or cleveland. it was a good game. heartbreaker for the ravens, but it’s not like we dominated to the point of acting like that. don’t give bengals fans a bad name.
stop trolling
you arent the moral compass of all things printed on the net or the voice of the bengals.
Totally agree w/ the Steelers/Browns comments
They are a pretty difficult group to deal with over at Baltimore Beatdown. other than a few name callers here, most of the guys we’ve met from your Jungle are decent and knowledgeable as well as reasonable football fans. Hate to lose but you certainly deserved to win today.
aka 'Rexx'
by Bruce Raffel on Oct 11, 2009 6:34 PM EDT up reply actions
"...Ohh, this is the big one. You hear that Elizabeth? I'm comin' to join you honey!"
Cardiac Cats!!! 400+ yards Offense. The first 100 yard rusher against Baltimore’s D in over two years. 257 yards on D. The best game the Bengals have played so far.
Yes, there were mistakes, but right now, who cares!!! I need my heart medicine LOL
No matter where you're at, there you are
we've rushed for 100 yards the most on the ravens in the history of the ravens
we’ve done it 3 x. only happened 12 other times.
who dey
Sitting in a bar in pittsburgh. Folks clapped when they saw the final. Not sure what that means but I know I’m happy
by goffchile on Oct 11, 2009 4:36 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
The Best part...
Was after getting laid out by Ray Ray, Chad getting up and going after Ray. No doubt he would’ve gotten murdered by him(or his posse) but the fact that he didn’t back down brought new respect from me about him.
he was stripped
fumble is more of you’re a clutz or have no hands.
strip is you got overpowered or owned for not holding onto the ball tight enough.
I hate both teams
but Ed Reed is the best Safety in the league
by Hoit214 on Oct 11, 2009 4:54 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
ed reed owns the bengals
always makes 2 huge plays a game against us.
he so good you hate that he’s not on your team. damn he’s good. couple more years playing like he has been, he’s a lock for the hall of fame.
i know
standing up to ray… love the passion
CB85
by TennBengalfan on Oct 11, 2009 4:43 PM EDT up reply actions
where is tim?
he usually hates on ocho
CB85
by TennBengalfan on Oct 11, 2009 4:45 PM EDT up reply actions
Congrats on beating us real bad
The score may have been close, but you guysw won both sides of the ball today, shutting down our offense and pushing our defense out of the way. I was at the game and left w/ just over two minutes to go. I said to my friends that I thought we would win and if so, then let’s get a head start on the traffic. However, if Cincy could drive 80 yards with the game on the line and score, they deserve to win. They did and you certainly outplayed us all game long.
We’re here to take our pounding, but we are in mourning, so take it easy on us. You have now won four times in the last seconds of a game and after a while it is no longer lucky, but a mark of a good team. Good luck to your guys and take care here on Cincy Jungle. See you in a few weeks!
Ouch, this one hurts bad.
aka 'Rexx'
You Dey........
( I never thought I would utter those words)
R.I.P. Tony Fein
May God watch over you wherever you are now and may you be in a better place. We will never forget you!
by Zachary Beard on Oct 11, 2009 4:56 PM EDT up reply actions
we really did dominate the whole game
we shot ourselves in the foot several times
CB85
by TennBengalfan on Oct 11, 2009 4:40 PM EDT up reply actions
One might say...
we “snapped” ourselves in the foot…
by TheWalrus1971 on Oct 11, 2009 4:41 PM EDT up reply actions
--Rexx - ur one classy guy))
I’m from Cincy but now live in Columbia , Maryland just 20 minutes from Baltimore. Hats off to the Ravens! Now I have bragging rights at staff meeting on Tuesday ))
Cleveland pulled one out, today
But "QB Derek Anderson suffered from some drops, but on the game he was just 2-of-17 for 23 yards and an interception. " They’re probably happy we beat Modell’s team, too
No matter where you're at, there you are
Can you believe that
three of the four AFC North teams won, and none of them was the Ravens!? Ouch.
aka 'Rexx'
by Bruce Raffel on Oct 11, 2009 6:36 PM EDT up reply actions
I looked at highlights expecting a mudbowl or lots of wind.
There was nothing wrong with the weather. That’s just awful. At least hit the rb a few more times.
ouch that was a fugly game
so bad, cleveland fans had to be struggling to cheer about any of it until the it ended.
Knocked me out of my Suicide Pool
Thought taking the Bills over the hapless Browns was a lock! Ouch.
aka 'Rexx'
by Bruce Raffel on Oct 11, 2009 6:37 PM EDT up reply actions
I was talking to a Browns fan friend
on the phone during the last minute or so of the Browns game. He was just laughing the whole time, and said “At least we won’t go winless.”
There was no cheering.
My fantasy football team this year? Lippincott's Shorts
Brad St. Louis
I am surprised more people aren’t saying, like I am, that this guy will not be a Bengal by next Sunday.
He shouldn't be a Bengal
by Tuesday. I was surprised he wasn’t cut last week, and the week before that, and the week before that….
My fantasy football team this year? Lippincott's Shorts
by cesarhernandez on Oct 11, 2009 4:58 PM EDT up reply actions
His play is messing with Graham's mind, too.
Don’t know him, wish him well — but the guy has GOT to go
No matter where you're at, there you are
There has got be a better long-snapper out there
As we say at work when a loser catches a break, “He’s got have pictures.” LOL
No matter where you're at, there you are
Was just saying this exact thing to a friend earlier.
BSL’s play is not only atrocious but it is affecting Graham’s mental state on FGs as well. Lack of confidence on his part and nervousness whenever there’s a kick is not good.
Go For Two?
The situation is absurd. St. Louis should should have been gone after the Pittsburgh game, if not earlier I just don’t buy the notion they can’t find someone else.
A likelier explanation is that Mike might have to lay down some bonus money to get an acceptable substitute. Only he could think its a good idea to franchise the place kicker, then refuse to come up with an acceptable snapper.
Did anyone else think we should have gone for two on the last PAT? If I recall the rules correctly, Baltimore could have tied the game had they run back a bad stap all the way.
In case of FG
Just before the Cincy score it was 14-10, Ravens. When the Bengals scored they went up 16-14, then kicked the PAT to make it 17-10. If they’d failed to make the 2 point conversion, then a Steelers FG would’ve won it. My guess is they went for 1 so Pittsburgh had to tie it up or score a TD.
However, I do believe the rules are such that if they had gotten the ball on the 2 pt try (say, from a bad snap) and taken it back, they would indeed score 2 points from it.
by Rocket_Man_G on Oct 11, 2009 6:27 PM EDT up reply actions
It's got to be
Again, i know it’s mostly mental for SBL at this point, too but he’s paid entirely too much money to need a sports psychiatrist. Get him therapy when he’s sitting at home.
No matter where you're at, there you are
Yup
It sucks, he was the man for awhile, but at this point it has to be something like 95% mental 5% muscle memory. They did work out a couple guys throughout the week, so lets see what happens this week.
I actually like Brad ST Louis and so does the players
If you watched after every bad snap he’d put his head in his hands or put his head down and some one( Rey Maualuga and Shayne Graham for example) has come over and told him next play or good try. I do think he needs to be removed from the roster but I hope he can stay close to the organization or atleast be picked up by either the UFL, CFL,AFL or a desperate team in NFL.
"There's no substitute for guts."
-- Paul "Bear" Bryant
alternative isn't exactly rosy either
He’s definitely a liability. However, the big question is are the alternatives better in the short term.
They’ll be bringing a guy in off the street who 1) was not good enough to land a job at the beginning of the season, 2) has been sitting at home, and 3) has no timing or rapport with Huber and Graham.
I imagine they have to get a young guy, put him on the practice squad for a few weeks and make the switch as soon as he’s realistically a better option than St. Louis.
off the street is good for the bengals
Crocker, Benson, Fosci, Dhani Jones etc….
CB85
by TennBengalfan on Oct 11, 2009 5:15 PM EDT up reply actions
Good points
Excellent points. But SBL’s blunders have got to stop. i don’t ever remember a streak of snaps like he’s had this year. This is where good coaching will come in. If he stays a good coach should slap the sh_t out of the guy tomorrow, pick him and ask him what’s wrong.
No matter where you're at, there you are
Yep
and give another game ball to Ocho for putting his life on the line against Lewis :-)
No matter where you're at, there you are
WHO DEY!
Outstanding football!! The German’s in my neighborhood probably think I’m crazy since there isn’t any “football” games on tonight! Cardiac Cats is right!
Now, Cut StLouis NOWWWW!! He nearly lost us the game again. What if we could have only gotten into FG range? Those three points he helped miss, sure would have been nice to have. Gotta go in a new direction and let them practice all week!
Here’s to you Zimmer!
defensive statement
Take away one blown tackle (that resulted in a long TD) the defense was near flawless and pitched a shutout.
Broncos
anyone watching this game? Their uniforms look like dijon mustard and I think they actually look better than their current ones.
Nice touch
He coached a hell of a defensive performance today under a terrible burden. Give him the ball with all our prayers.
No matter where you're at, there you are
the O-line
was supposed to be terrible this year (and I certainly had my doubts), but for the most part they’ve risen to the occasion in pass protection, and would now have to be considered better than average in run-blocking.
And opened up holes for most of the game.
Cedric only got about 40 yards himself, the other 80 were a result of good blocking.
I lol'd at "bigtits"
Is that his official nickname here? If so, I like it.
Sig lines are for suckas.
i like staypuff for his nick
but knew who you meant. those floppy titties are going to the grave with all of us. not an image you can ever wipe out of your mind.
Sprained left thumb
I’m sure he’ll not be sidelined by it since he played with it today…
Congrats, from a browns fan
I’m not a supporter of Cincy but I’m happy for your success and shaking up our division this year. Keep up the good work
by The Licensed Pessimist on Oct 11, 2009 5:47 PM EDT reply actions
They just showed Marvin awarding the game ball to Zimmer on CBS
Very cool scene in the locker room. Who Dey!
I missed this
If anyone can find a link online please post it! I’ll be watching espn highlights tonight so hopefully they’ll show it then.
Hopefully it'll be on SportsWrap, etc.
I’d like to see it too.
No matter where you're at, there you are
And When All Is Said and Done
May God bless Zimmer and his children during their time of mourning. A moment of silence, please…..
As I recall from “Hard Knocks”, his wife sent the defense Brownies because she thought Zimmer had been too hard on them at practice. Nice touch.
Who Dey
No matter where you're at, there you are
Congrats from a Ravens fan
Even though you did well against us I always enjoy good defense being played and the Bengals certainly played that today. You guys definitely found a gem in Ray Maualuga. While cringing I’ll admit its kinda nice to see another team in our division rise to the occasion. I guess you guys can finally start the “Who Dey” chants again, lol. Congrats again.
"We don’t have any rearview mirrors in our car,"- John Harbaugh
by purpleonblack86 on Oct 11, 2009 6:09 PM EDT reply actions
From CBS Sports
“the Ravens, quite simply, did not come close to dominating. They were limited to one offensive touchdown after averaging 32.5 points in their first four games, and the defense yielded 403 yards — including 142 on the ground.”
No matter where you're at, there you are
Just wanted to drop in and......
Congratulate all of the players for pulling out this victory after such a sad weekend.This games for you Zim.God bless you and your family.WHO-DEY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
by Who-DeyWilloughby on Oct 11, 2009 6:14 PM EDT reply actions
maybe I was wrong!!!!
This team probably could win the rest of it’s games on last second heroics. That’s 5 games, that they did this. It’s amazing that a team can do this. The bungles are now the BENGALS AND THEY DESERVE THE RESPECT THEY EARNED!!!!!! That D is so awesome!!! ZIM, THIS ONE IS FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY, GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY . YOU DESERVE THIS AND MUCH MORE!!!!!!!! YOU DESERVE MORE THAN THE GAME BALL!!!!
I feel your pain!!!!
After this game, don’t you think you can jump on the bandwagon??? I can!!! I have been the most harsh credict of MB. Just ask anyone on this forum!!!!! I hate him, truly. But you have to give credit where credit is due!!! This team does not give up,Unlike teams in the past. I know MB still owns the team, but he doesn’t own their spirit!!!!! Like most teams in our situation, 1 or 2 years then start over, because of MB. Let us believe and be proud!!!!! DAMN YOU!!!!!!! WHO DEY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
we owe this season to zimmer
without his defense, this is just another season of mike brown’s coupon clipping generic product on the field.
I just re-watched Henry's Catch
That kid can fly. But he’s young. He kept looking back for his defenders. Chris, look forward and run like hell. You are fast enough. Blow them away and score a TD next week.
No matter where you're at, there you are
slim could have had an ok career
until his multiple arrests. he’ll never get out marvin’s doghouse. only reason he’s still in town is mike brown. and marvin grudgingly allows slim limited playing time.
Chad's After Game tweets
“i had fun today, Ed Reed ain’t human, dude is an alien, he is f ing awesome out there, they got a great defense!!
Beautify game, Ray knock my head off, all part of the game, I love my big brother Ray Lewis, hope you all enjoyed thee event !!!!!"
Got to respect Chad for who he is
This is why you got to respect Chad. Despite his helmet being knocked off and despite probably a questionable late hit, Chad took this as part of the game. That’s my man. He’s back as Palmer’s favourite target. Remember to tuck that ball in. We’d hate to see you have butter on your fingers.
YES
We actually have some serious credibility, NFL Network is given us props.
Im shocked.
Marvin on Brad St Louis:
"I think it is a little bit mental, and I’m glad we were able to come through it in the end again today. We’re working hard with him and just trying to help him to deal with it. We’ve got confidence in him. Yeah, last week we looked at some other guys, but that’s just what you do. You look at some other guys. You go with what you know and what you expect. He’s a great professional and pro, and we’re going to keep hopefully helping him with technique and some things, just the things we’re trying to do."
Rivers
OK, looking at the stats, couldn’t watch this game. Two quetions:
1. Will Simpson and Coffman ever see the field?
2. Where was Rivers? Our leading tackler didn’t record a single one?
Just got back from Baltimore
Sat as high as one could be in the East End Zone – watched Carson move them down the field for the winning score. Ravens fans were actually pretty nice – but they complained about the “calls” at the end of the game. Still, a great day for a win! Who Dey!
"Ryan, Things in here don't react too well to bullets." - Marko Ramius
AFC North is officially a 3 horse race
Congrats on the win. I’ll be honest i wasnt sure what to make of the win against the Steelers, but youve cemented your ambitions with the win today.
Cant argue with the numbers, 4-1, 3-0 in the division, 1st in the AFC North
You guys now well and truly dictate the pace of the division until the Steelers and Ravens 2.0 games.
Kinda bittersweet right now. Good luck with the rest of the season, stay healthy for the second games. Much better viewing when both teams are 100%
Bleeding Black and Gold.....forever
I’m especially glad to see the Bengals win this week. While they played a solid game, you have to admit…Brad St. Louis is killing us!!!! Man…I hate to even see them try to kick a field goal or extra point anymore. Special thoughts & prayers going out to Coach Zimmer & Family!!!! Hang in there Coach.
Congrats on the win!!!
What an exciting game, hats off to you guys.
Don't question my fandominium.
"the notorious D.I.B."- samdaman
by dolphinsinbuffalo on Oct 11, 2009 8:24 PM EDT reply actions
Marvins' right
It is in St. Louis’ head. He’s thinking too far ahead…worrying about what he’s going to do after the snap or he’s thinking too much about it instead of just doing it! Hey Marvin! I can help! Seriously!
What a game
The Zimmer’s deserved this.
This team is one that people can be proud of. They play hard and never give up.
This is what happens when you string together some good drafts and get good personel (including coaches).
WAY TO GO BENGALS!!!! WHOOOOOO DEEEEEEYYYYYY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Hi fans it Brandon Roy.
And ME.....LaMarcus Aldridge
One fluke play from being 5-0
First time I shot her, shot her in the side.
Hard to watch her suffer, but with the second shot she died...
*4-1 I mean
I’m not trying to get ahead of myself
This is our year!
by Paul Cannon on Oct 12, 2009 10:31 AM EDT up reply actions
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