Quan Cosby could make the squad as the team's punt returner

by Josh Kirkendall on May 3, 2009 1:18 PM EDT in Analysis

One of the highlights this weekend was the claims that Quan Cosby, one of the team's undrafted free agents, could make the squad as the top punt returner. Chick Ludwig said:

Even though Nelson (Illinois State) has been impressive, look for “Q” (Quan Cosby) to make the squad because incumbent PR Antonio Chatman is too brittle.

Darrin Simmons, the Bengals special teams coach, is looking at Cosby already, who didn't returned punts much in his University of Texas career.

"There's not much to tell out here because we're just catching the ball. He never had any issues with that in college from what I can tell," Simmons said. "He did kick return in college extensively, not punts. If you're looking for a body type for that, he fits the mold. He'll get the opportunity."

We agree with Ludwig's point that Chatman is "too brittle" and it's why I don't believe he'll make the squad this year. The team has a collection of young wide receivers, and guys that could double as punt returners. However, it also wouldn't surprise anyone if the team kept Chatman on for veteran experience. And if worse comes to worse, they could stock the team's practice squad and promote someone once Chatman falls to injury.

As for Cosby, it seems that he has the tools to make the squad. We know about his high character, motivations, as well as his reputation of being a hard worker.

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im glad

by cinbengal_85@yahoo.com on May 3, 2009 8:57 PM EDT reply actions

Cosby's A Keeper

by laibach on May 4, 2009 7:48 PM EDT reply actions

[ Insert your own Quan-tum Leap joke here… ]

by TheWalrus1971 on May 4, 2009 8:27 PM EDT reply actions

Antonio shoud go

Not that he’s horrible, just sub-average. I don’t recall any return of his during 2008 that left me feeling wowed. Just your basic, 7, 8, 12 yard return… ho hum….

by UpStateMike on May 5, 2009 6:31 AM EDT reply actions

You guys will be pleased...

Not only is Quan a fantastic person (I honestly think every fan should have a chance to meet him), but he’s a fantastic football player. I know you guys are initially only looking at him as a return guy, but he wants to be part of the offense, and should be. I think as soon as he’s given the sliver of a chance at the slot, he’ll cement himself there for years to come.

I’m a die-hard Texans fan, but have always liked the Bengals (minus that “who dey” stuff. that needs to stop), and Quan is a good friend of mine. I wish you guys the best of luck this year, and in the future.

P.S. In high school, I always thought Quan was a better defensive player than he was on offense (he was just unreal at his level), so I’ve always wanted to see how well he covers kicks. Hopefully, I’ll get to see that with you guys.

Bacon tastes good... Pork chops taste good.

by beefy on May 22, 2009 11:42 AM EDT reply actions