Open Thread: The Cincinnati Bengals are the 2009 AFC North Champions
by Josh Kirkendall on Dec 27, 2009 4:02 PM EST
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PrintCongratulations to the Cincinnati Bengals: The 2009 AFC North Champions.
After doing what they do best and waiting until the last possible moment to make a move -- making their fans a nervous wreck in the process -- the Bengals started their game-winning scoring drive on their own two-yard line. They converted four third downs on a 14-play (seven runs, seven passes) 98-yard touchdown drive to take a 17-10 lead with two minutes left in the game. Leon Hall sealed the win with his sixth interception of the season.
Cincinnati will take on the Jets in the regular season finale in New York with the third seed still on the line. If the Bengals win and the Patriots lose (they play the Texans), then Cincinnati will host the Wild Card team with the worst record in the first round of the playoffs.
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WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!
iT’S GOOD TO BE THE CHAMPS
My three favorite things in the world in no particular order: My wife, sex with my wife, and The Cincinnati Bengals
AFC NORTH CHAMPS!
Now we have a lot to fix for the playoffs. Get to work Marvin.
Ratbirds lost
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by TennBengalfan on Dec 27, 2009 4:07 PM EST up reply actions
The Steelers had three touchdowns scored against them called back
by New Mexico Bengal on Dec 27, 2009 4:07 PM EST reply actions
they have to win next week
and then very good
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by TennBengalfan on Dec 27, 2009 4:09 PM EST up reply actions
id rather see the broncos in the playoffs
brandon
marshal must pay
u mean stokely?
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by TennBengalfan on Dec 27, 2009 4:12 PM EST up reply actions
coming out of the half
with a TD was awesome
by Sheffieldbengal on Dec 27, 2009 4:13 PM EST up reply actions
That 98 yard drive was killer....
they have to take that execution and do it every drive.
"Ryan, Things in here don't react too well to bullets." - Marko Ramius
Lap dont understand that we are at least a 4th seed he is dumb sometimes
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+1
and better strength of schedule
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by TennBengalfan on Dec 27, 2009 4:24 PM EST up reply actions
ok if we beat jets and they lose then we could get it
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by TennBengalfan on Dec 27, 2009 4:25 PM EST up reply actions
baltimore and pitt could both miss
if they both lose
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by TennBengalfan on Dec 27, 2009 4:31 PM EST up reply actions
Ugly but It will do
Once again we seem incapable of putting together a solid game. Good teams play bad and still win so go figure…
AFC North champs feels great to say that but I would feel better if we had some consistant play going in,Redzone was a struggle,passing game lacked rythm outside of the scoring drives and Defense didnt play great(Only allowed 10 pts though)..As for the playoffs I would prefer Denver but I just know its gonna be those fucking Steelers.
eh. Good game guys...
When you fail to prepare, you prepare to fail.
RIP Chris Henry #15 (Bengals)
RIP Derrick Thomas #58 (Chiefs)
not really
ugly!!!
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by TennBengalfan on Dec 27, 2009 4:24 PM EST up reply actions
nah you still won. ugly or not, win is a win.
Seriously, I hope you get past the 1st round.
When you fail to prepare, you prepare to fail.
RIP Chris Henry #15 (Bengals)
RIP Derrick Thomas #58 (Chiefs)
by NJChieffan16 on Dec 27, 2009 4:26 PM EST up reply actions
Chiefs played well mate
Jammal Charles looks the real deal. Also thought Hali looked good for u guys.
Whens the last time someone ran for over 100 yars on you?
Jamaal got 102 today.
When you fail to prepare, you prepare to fail.
RIP Chris Henry #15 (Bengals)
RIP Derrick Thomas #58 (Chiefs)
by NJChieffan16 on Dec 27, 2009 4:27 PM EST up reply actions
Jamaal who?
Charles only got 96 yards
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by TennBengalfan on Dec 27, 2009 4:32 PM EST up reply actions
well it says 102 on nfl.com
but 96 on fox
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by TennBengalfan on Dec 27, 2009 4:37 PM EST up reply actions
Let's Face it!
If the Bengals continue to play like they are now they will get blown out by whom ever shows up in town in two weeks. Another team they should have blown out. Maulugua now is out for the year, the D is limping. I didn’t get the game here in Germany but the ticker told the tale, & my own ticker is feeling the stress of yet another close game. Congrats to the team but they need drastic improvements.
by Vman in Germany on Dec 27, 2009 4:26 PM EST reply actions
I'm not so sure
We’re just not used to seeing a team with this personality here. 2005 is dead and gone. This isn’t a team that’s going to throw 40+ points on the board every other week. They’re a grinding team with GREAT depth (say what you want about Marvin but hew has preached that for a long time, the ability to withstand injuries because you have quality players waiting in the wings).
They have issues to be sure and I would LOVE to see a more aggressive offense, but at this point it’s hard to argue with the results. They’re winning most of the games they should win and hanging around with the very good teams (Hello, Chargers).
If/when they meet San Diego in the playoffs I would be perfectly comfortable betting on Marvin against Norv Turner.
"Santa Claus doesn't use Craigslist." -- 'tHan
Palmer had 170 more yards against SD
Just one or two play action fakes & screens on 1st down & the Bengals are more productive.
by Vman in Germany on Dec 27, 2009 4:39 PM EST up reply actions
Oh, I agree totally
It’s just not this team’s “style” if you will. They’re flawed in that sense, because I’m not sure what they do if they end up down 14 in the third quarter. Scares me to death.
"Santa Claus doesn't use Craigslist." -- 'tHan
And now there's a winter weather advisory?
Thank god I got beer, and that I don’t have to work this week. :)
"Santa Claus doesn't use Craigslist." -- 'tHan
Steelers fan here....
Just wanted to say congratulations on the divisional title…
You guys were awesome the entire year and you “earned” it..!
Good luck in the playoffs and do the AFC north proud…!
Steelers fan 1st! UK is my 2nd love.
Thanks, man.
I hope you’ll understand if I say that I hope the Steelers are nowhere near when we start our playoff run.
"If it wasn't this, it'd be something else."
Yeah, the last thing I wanna see is us hosting the Steelers in the wild card game
"Santa Claus doesn't use Craigslist." -- 'tHan
Thanks man, good to know there are decent fans out there, not just the idiots over at ESPN. :)
"Santa Claus doesn't use Craigslist." -- 'tHan
i liked the new wrinkles in the offense today
eeven though we struggled throughout much of the day, i still liked the deep ball attempts to Caldwell. and i really liked the fake slant-running plays. They worked really well. and most teams in the league already use them except the Bengals
"Ghiaciuc's play was a distraction"
Who Dey!
Who Dey Bengal Nation! What a crazy year this has been, but I have never been more proud to be a Bengals fan than I am right now!
This is our year!
Pats Vs Houston Next week
Texans has motivation against Pats & they are in Houston. 3rd seed has possibilities.
by Vman in Germany on Dec 27, 2009 4:47 PM EST reply actions
I want the seed that dont play the Steelers or Texans
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by TennBengalfan on Dec 27, 2009 4:51 PM EST up reply actions
for sure
"Ghiaciuc's play was a distraction"
by Joe Goodberry on Dec 27, 2009 4:53 PM EST up reply actions
it looks like we might play one of the 2
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by TennBengalfan on Dec 27, 2009 4:53 PM EST up reply actions
I'd rather play the Texans
I want no part of a third matchup against the Steelers.
"Santa Claus doesn't use Craigslist." -- 'tHan
I went to Baltimore Beatdown...
It is not a good time to be a Ravens fan. I feel sorry for them. I know what they’re feeling.
"If it wasn't this, it'd be something else."
How can you feel sorry for Ravens fans?
All they do is talk trash and complain about officiating. Plus, they wear purple. Okay, maybe I do feel sorry for them. Nobody should have to wear purple.
by WhoDeyDerek on Dec 27, 2009 5:08 PM EST up reply actions 1 recs
Yeeeah
From a bengal fan up in canada wanting to share this with all bengal nation whodey!
flint michigan mega bowl
Who Dey
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by TennBengalfan on Dec 27, 2009 4:51 PM EST up reply actions
it is a boot time the Bengals won
"Ghiaciuc's play was a distraction"
by Joe Goodberry on Dec 27, 2009 4:54 PM EST up reply actions
oh so sweet
being the only real bengal fan i know, this is the best ive felt on a sunday for quite some time
flint michigan mega bowl
Congrats
I’m sad to say we lost, but congratulations! It is great to see the Bengals win the Division. You guys have stuck with the team over the tough times, and I’m happy for you all. Thought that we might be able to come back, but thanks for a great game
SWEET !!!
It’s just great being back in the playoffs. Now men, let’s play some real “Bengal Ball” and make a run at the crown. Who Dey !
Santa was Right
Santa told my youngest he would bring an AFC North Championship to Cinci! Who Dey!
by DixieBengalfan on Dec 27, 2009 4:59 PM EST via mobile reply actions
Broken Ankle
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by TennBengalfan on Dec 27, 2009 4:59 PM EST up reply actions
done for season
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by TennBengalfan on Dec 27, 2009 5:00 PM EST up reply actions
More like Brandon Johnson a better replacement
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by TennBengalfan on Dec 27, 2009 5:12 PM EST up reply actions
Brandon is more suited for WLB
Although he has been great standing in for Rivers I think they feel Jeanty is mor stout against the run on the strongside.
Can we fire Brat now?
Let me call the plays, I can do it just like he does: run, run, pass, punt.
I know it!! its pretty easy
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by TennBengalfan on Dec 27, 2009 5:14 PM EST up reply actions
would play action on first or second down kill someone?
when we ran it, it was incredibly effective.
by scottricketts on Dec 27, 2009 6:31 PM EST up reply actions
+1
Been thinking that for weeks. Good pt.
by BigBengal9 on Dec 27, 2009 9:27 PM EST via mobile up reply actions
WHO DEY, fellas!
Great to be a fan of the 2009 AFC North Division CHAMPS!!! Hope the Cardiac Cats finish the season strong!
Who Dey!
Feels good to be division champs!
I'll tell you what else makes me happy....
Stokely was ejected from the game against the eagles today. Cry baby shit on a ref and then smacked the refs hand! Hahahahahahaha Crybaby shit on a bitch… Even though I would like to see Leon Hall to have another crack at Smoke’n Stokely.
Champions
What happened from last Sunday to today ? (besides CH funeral) There is no way the Bengals can win in the playoffs if they continue to play like they did today. Last week they played like pro’s,today they looked more like a highschool team.
Rest against Jets?
Do Bengals rest Carson, others? Jets in must win….. or do Bengals play all out for 3 seed
I say we rest starters against Jets
The Steelers could use a Jets loss on Sunday. How funny would it be for the Bengals to be responsible even further for knocking the Steelers out of the playoffs?
Have the starters sans Ced play
They need to get their shit together
by pedro_oliveira on Dec 27, 2009 8:02 PM EST up reply actions
No. No, no, no.
The way the team has been playing the last few weeks momentum is an ABSOLUTE MUST going into the playoffs. Plus, if they rest their starters next week the third seed is completely out of reach. As it stands now they would retake the third seed if the Patriots lose and we beat the Jets.
by Craig Conrad on Dec 27, 2009 8:09 PM EST up reply actions
Resting Players
Marvin gave them Mon and Tue off. Carson has stated numerous times that he and the rest of the starters want to play and Marvin will probably honor that. They can still win the 3rd seed if they beat the Jets and Patriots lose to Texans.
Congrats!
Congratulations on your Division Title! You guys really earned it. I am a Steeler fan, but I respect how much you have improved this year and how hard you have played.
I watched the game today and the memorial to Chris. God be with you all. You now have 2 angels looking over you….Chris & Vickie. I wish they were both here with you, but sometimes God has other plans that we don’t understand. I am sincere when I say this….I want Chris to have a ring for his children. You guys go ALL THE WAY!!!! Get Chris that ring!! It is YOUR TIME!
With much prayers to all Chris’s brothers,
Harley
thanks
you’re the classiest steelers fan ive ever seen.
Not Classy....Just Human.
I watched Chris play every week. Half of my family are Bengals fans. When you watch someone every week, you feel like you know them. It broke my heart. We stayed up and prayed until 6:00am that night/morning of the accident. We were devastated when we woke up. This is the ONLY chance Chris has of getting a ring. I don’t care if the Steelers get in the playoffs…..I still want you guys to win. His children need this for when they get older. I think Chad needs this….he is really grieving.
So many of my Steeler buddies are pulling for you. Not just me. So take them down…1 by 1.
Bengals game in primetime?
My prediction is that the Bengals-Jets games will be moved to the 8:15 p.m. slot next Sunday.
Why?
1. One of the few games with playoff implications that doesn’t depend on other results. If the Jets win, they are in. They can’t take the Steelers game, for example, because by 8:15 p.m. that result could be meaningless.
2. New York, New York. Big market = Big ratings
3. Bengals are a good story, and they havent been in primetime this season.
My fantasy football team this year? Lippincott's Shorts
Don't they have to announce the change of time way ahead of time?
Something like 3 weeks before the game…
by pedro_oliveira on Dec 27, 2009 9:17 PM EST up reply actions
No they don't
For most weeks, its 12 days, for Week 17, six days notice to ensure a game with playoff implications.
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by cesarhernandez on Dec 27, 2009 9:19 PM EST up reply actions
I feel like it's a possibility, but not a strong one.
The Philadelphia-Dallas game is a stronger possibility, esp. if Dallas loses tonight.
"If it wasn't this, it'd be something else."
I doubt it
Why have Dallas on two weeks in a row? And if the Giants lose earlier on Sunday, then the Cowboys are already in the playoffs, meaning the game loses some of its luster.
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by cesarhernandez on Dec 27, 2009 9:23 PM EST up reply actions
Because, for some stupid reason
People nationwide like Dallas.
That’s a good point about the Giants, but if Dallas wins, that game will be for seeding. I think that the Bengals-Jets game is a better fit, but for some reason, the NFL cares about ratings and money. It’ll be interesting to see.
"If it wasn't this, it'd be something else."
The other possibility, if Dallas loses
is the Giants-Vikings. New York could be playing for the playoffs against Favre. Problem there is if Dallas wins early on Sunday, then that game is meaningless.
Or they could do Patriots-Texans…..problem there is that the Texans are so uninteresting and the big market team already has the playoff spot wrapped up. With Bengals-Jets, you have big market team fighting for the playoffs.
My fantasy football team this year? Lippincott's Shorts
by cesarhernandez on Dec 27, 2009 9:32 PM EST up reply actions
Another point in Jets-Bengals favor
It’ll be the final football game at Giants Stadium….another storyline.
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by cesarhernandez on Dec 27, 2009 9:36 PM EST up reply actions
Just announced
You called it, my friend. Bengals-Jets, next Sunday.
"If it wasn't this, it'd be something else."
Thank you, thank you...
Just wish I’d laid money on it with someone…:)
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by cesarhernandez on Dec 27, 2009 10:08 PM EST up reply actions
I was at the game today
And, the Chiefs have a defensive player named Mike Brown. Every time the announcer called his name for recording a tackle (which was 3 or 4 times) there was a loud chorus of boos. It was very comical. The irony wasn’t lost on me, considering they all lined his pockets to be there (myself included) but, I appreciated it nonetheless.
"Taco fillings!"
Bengals-Jets
COuld that game potentially be a pre-view of the first-round game? Jets win to get in (Bengals resting starters), Bengals fall to the 4th seed, setting up a Bengals-Jets playoff game in PBS?
"Ryan, Things in here don't react too well to bullets." - Marko Ramius
Frankly, I'd rather lose purposely to face the Jets rather than Houston, Baltimore, or Pittsburgh.
"Ryan, Things in here don't react too well to bullets." - Marko Ramius
I guess it could
but if the Broncos win, they’re the 5th seed.
"If it wasn't this, it'd be something else."
Bengals-Jets on Sunday Night Dootball
by BigBengal9 on Dec 27, 2009 10:12 PM EST via mobile reply actions
dootball, that sounds interesting
"Ghiaciuc's play was a distraction"
by Joe Goodberry on Dec 27, 2009 10:29 PM EST up reply actions
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