Should the Cincinnati Bengals look at acquring more? Or are the Bengals set?

by Kirkendall on Apr 29, 2009 8:39 PM EDT in Analysis Comment 33 comments

Now that the draft is several days complete, there's a refocusing on addressing immediate needs. We saw a quick surge of undrafted free agents that brought in interesting prospects such as Quan Crosby and Marlon Lucky. It's interesting to note that we've found no reference of the team's undrafted free agent signings on Bengals.com. I know, I know. Can't say anything until the actual contract is signed. Team policy.

The question now is, what, if any, positions should the team address.

Let's get this party started with an Alex Marvez piece that's titled "Post-draft needs for all 32 teams."

Bengals: Running back. Although finding a backup and potential replacement for Cedric Benson was a top draft priority, the Bengals filled other needs before tabbing Abilene Christian's Bernard Scott in the sixth round. Still, after the draft the Bengals also gave up on Chris Perry, plus cut recent waiver claim Gary Russell.

First off, how could we possibly know what free agents are available? Here. Offense | Defense.

Now it's our turn. What positions should we address? I think Marvez is right, we should still look at running back. Other spots? Should we look at linebacker, safety, or offensive line? Or do you think we're pretty much set?

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what about “the edge” you think he would take a pay cut to come play

by casapennec on Apr 29, 2009 8:47 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Ink Richie Incognito

He is the best center available and is husky enough to intimidate some DL

by cincyboy on Apr 29, 2009 8:49 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

i think it matters how much dough we have

but mike brown (former bears safety) would provide great experience and leadership for our defense. the guy is always in position and can flat out play the game

but he’s probably too much and the bengals might consider morgan trent a possible safety

by nadfflictar on Apr 29, 2009 8:53 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

I like this Mike Brown (former Bears safety)

He played both FS and SS with Chicago but was always getting hurt. I think his style would fit was Zimmer wants from his safeties.

by Cedric Benson Boat Party on Apr 29, 2009 9:00 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

It would be awesome

if we could get back together with Kevin Kaesviharn.

by cincyboy on Apr 29, 2009 8:56 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Very underrated

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by Kirkendall on Apr 29, 2009 8:58 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

I just think he's a cheap veteran

who could mentor our youthful secondary.

by cincyboy on Apr 29, 2009 9:00 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

we already have a plucky, white

overachieving safety. His name is Corey Lynch. If not him, we can go find John Busing stocking shelves somewhere.

by IgnatiusJReilly on Apr 29, 2009 9:01 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Hey Kaesviharn

was a starter in New Orleans. We need a DB with some experience.

by cincyboy on Apr 29, 2009 9:09 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

He was a starter only because everybody else in that safety crop was even worse or injured…

by FriarBob on Apr 29, 2009 10:42 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Well, let's give him more credit than that.

In 2006, his final year with Cincinnati, he had six picks (two, if I recall correctly that saved wins) and four sacks. No Bengal defensive player this year achieved either of those numbers. And he did that in 14 games and only seven starts.

I’m only saying let’s give him more credit than playing just because of injury. He performed and at times came through.

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by Kirkendall on Apr 29, 2009 10:47 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

the only one I see on these lists

not counting franchise players like Peppers or Suggs, that I’d like to sign- or resign in this case, is John Thornton.

by IgnatiusJReilly on Apr 29, 2009 9:00 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Agreed. DT/DE. Veteran. Blogger.

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by Kirkendall on Apr 29, 2009 9:06 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Shall we strike up the “bring back thornton” fan group or something?

by FriarBob on Apr 29, 2009 10:43 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Heck, why not!

You know he’d appreciate it too. Plus, I think he likes us anyway.

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by Kirkendall on Apr 29, 2009 10:48 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Give it some time

There will be some pretty decent names cut from other teams soon that we could look at for back ups (if we can get them cheap)

by smoormandiddy on Apr 29, 2009 9:03 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

No one really worth the time or money...

by jsl413 on Apr 29, 2009 9:40 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

You can't put a tag

on experience

by cincyboy on Apr 29, 2009 9:48 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Richie Incognito would be brilliant-a mean, tough as nails interior lineman who can play center or guard. He was a restricted free agent of the Rams, so I suppose he has already signed his tender. Anyway, the Bengals should definitely be seeking upgrades right up to training camp and beyond. !) Road grader RT or OG/C. 2) CB depth or cover safety. 3) KR.

by blueridge624 on Apr 30, 2009 1:28 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs

this could have been posted before the draft

by firstPick on Apr 30, 2009 12:10 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

a young guard possibly

williams has 1 year left on his contract

by cincyboy on Apr 30, 2009 5:05 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Veteran offensive tackle or guard. We are still very thin at offensive line.

by Monkeyfeng on Apr 30, 2009 5:37 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs

how?

Collins
A. Smith
Kooistra
Whitworth
and Levi is still on the team for now

by firstPick on Apr 30, 2009 12:11 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Hey Kirk, do you think the waive of cuts on Monday was a result of using all 11 picks, or because they’re looking to sign a couple more free agents?
I got ripped for suggesting Roy Williams was in their sights, but slashing 7 players this early in the offseason sure smelled funny to me. They only have to cut down to 80 players for training camp which is still 3 months away. And they never seem to nail down the draft pick’s contracts until July, so what’s up with the rush to save money????

3 yards and a pile of dust

by Hudepohl Dey on Apr 30, 2009 8:36 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs

RE:

I honestly don’t know their thinking. It could range from releasing these guys, very much aware that they’re not in the team’s plans, allowing those players to catch on with another team early rather than late. Could be a money issue too — not really a cap issue, rather a “we know you’re not going to be here anyway, so we’re letting you go.”

However, I don’t think it’s indicative that they’re looking to sign another player. Right now, if they want to sign someone, they can just go ahead and do it.

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by Kirkendall on Apr 30, 2009 8:56 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

great points

thanks man, keep up the great work

3 yards and a pile of dust

by Hudepohl Dey on Apr 30, 2009 10:03 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Cuts

There is a 80 man limit (or so) on the offseason roster, once you bring in the 53 man roster, 7 man practice squad, 23 guys on IR add a few guys and let a few go you have met your limit. You have to cut some guys to sign colloge free agents and then cut some more to sign draft picks.

by jim0ijk on Apr 30, 2009 12:19 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs