If I'm betting, here are 2 FA I can actually see us going after this offseason

by biggie22 on Feb 13, 2012 12:40 PM EST

Obviously, there are several other free agent's I would prefer us to target this offseason (i.e. Carl Nicks, Brandon Carr, etc.). However, based on our recent track record, I've listed two FA I think you may actually see us go after, regardless of if we persue any of the other big named players or not.

1. Jason Allen CB/S (Houston) - He was a top 20 pick, released by the Dolphins and picked up by the Texans. He has played pretty well for the Texans but is still inconsistent. Obviously, we know the Texans acquired JJOE last year and then they drafted Kareem Jackson who is starting as the other CB ahead of him (was a first round as well), therefore the Texans will likely let him walk. The Bengals love to go after free agents who were high draft picks (with tons of talent) but have been considered disappointments (Reggie Nelson, Manny Lawson, Cedric Benson etc) and get them at bargain prices. CB and safety are both areas of need this off season, so I would not be at all surprised to see the Bengals go after Jason Allen. It will be interesting to see what Zimmer could do with him and his talent in our system, alah Reggie Nelson.

2. Chilo Rachal Guard (49ers) - He was a top 40 pick, which is extremely high for a guard. Ironically, he was benched after giving up 2 sacks and several penalties to the Bengals this year (to be fair, at this point in the season most teams did not realize how good our d-line was actually going to be ). He is big and strong 6'5 325, and can be a dominant run blocker (exactly the type of lineman the Bengals seem to covet). Although, he did play well in 2010, he struggled in pass protection in 2011 and with a new coach (Jim Harbaugh), it's doubtful the 49ers will resign him. Guard is also a postion of need, therefore this is another reletively high draft pick (especially for the position) that I could see the Bengals making a run at this off season, assuming the price right.

Again, I could be wrong but based on our track record, I think these are two free agents who could be on the Bengals radar.

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I like both thoughts

Both of them could at least compete for a starting job next year.

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by jim0ijk on Feb 13, 2012 12:52 PM EST reply actions

You hit the nail on the head

If your a former first round draft pick and hit FA at a fairly cheap price than your Bengals material. I’m going to do some research but I’m guessing that we have the most first round guys on our team than any other. On,defense anyway and I like the guys you listed. They could be good pick ups. Sometimes all a player needs is a change if scenery and system to rejuvenate their career.

by Bigcatdaddy on Feb 13, 2012 1:54 PM EST via Android app reply actions

good work

I think these are guys that the Bengals are likely to pursue in FA this year that fit a need on our team. I’m especially intrigued by Jason Allen and will have to read up on him a bit

by The Dealio on Feb 13, 2012 2:10 PM EST reply actions

Thanks

As I said there are plenty of other players I would prefer (Brandon Carr) but I was trying to go by our track record over the last few years. I don’t know if I would trust Jason Allen as a #2 CB but he may be a good replacement for Chris Crocker especially on passing downs because he can play both CB and Safety

by biggie22 on Feb 13, 2012 2:21 PM EST up reply actions

Not as familiar with both players, but judging by your write-up......

I would have to agree they sound like our typical free agents that we go after. Guys who haven’t lived up to their draft position, but we are hoping can be “coached up” to reach their potential. Wouldn’t mind either one because they do seem to be possible upgrades at two of our biggest positions of greatest need.

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by The Van Buren Boys on Feb 13, 2012 2:25 PM EST reply actions

I wouldn't have a problem with either of these signings.

I mean, I hope to get at least one actual big name and not get everyone from the bargain bin, but guys like this are pretty low risk and high reward, which is a good way for a team like the Bengals to build.

That said, I’m going to be a little bit upset if the Bengals don’t at least make a play for a great player like Nicks. I can understand if we don’t get a star, but I want the FO to at least pursue guys like him every once in a while.

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by sexsalad on Feb 13, 2012 3:35 PM EST reply actions

Where I was going too...........

would be ok with these two in addition to a couple other top tier signings. If these two were our biggest signings, I’ll be disappointed.

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by The Van Buren Boys on Feb 13, 2012 4:17 PM EST up reply actions

i was dissapointed last year too

but they hit on Howard and arguably Clements.

by Jason Blanton on Feb 13, 2012 5:30 PM EST up reply actions

Lawson too?

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by The Van Buren Boys on Feb 14, 2012 9:27 AM EST up reply actions

No SS move

While Carrier is here working with Mays.

by Coldmutha on Feb 13, 2012 3:49 PM EST reply actions

We can't depend on Mays at all.

He’s a fun prospect with his athleticism and I love having him on ST, but it’s not likely he ever becomes a legitimate starting Safety.

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by sexsalad on Feb 13, 2012 4:19 PM EST up reply actions

Not A Bad Take At All

Nice Job

by Chili Dog on Feb 13, 2012 3:53 PM EST reply actions

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by elguapo09 on Feb 13, 2012 7:30 PM EST reply actions 1 recs

He is the one WR that would help Dalton the most

Big, tall, and makes plays on the ball. I Love our QB but and I know he’s a rookie and only going to get better but keeping guys around him that can make up for his short comings will only help the process. Guys that can go up and get the ball, box out defenders, and aren’t afraid to just lay out and the guy in that video can do all of the above. Keeping Dalton successful and confident will bring us a Super Bowl.

by Bigcatdaddy on Feb 13, 2012 8:25 PM EST via Android app up reply actions

This would be our red zone offense with he and AJ.......

Fade right or left……..then repeat.

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by The Van Buren Boys on Feb 14, 2012 9:29 AM EST up reply actions

Good call Biggie

Hey Biggie… good calls. Exactly the type of approach Mike Brown loves.

by Jim Spann on Feb 14, 2012 11:41 AM EST reply actions

Good analysis

But if I recall correctly the PFF ratings for Rachal were abysmal.

As for Allen.. I know the fans absolutely HATE Kareem Jackson. They want him to be cut, not Allen. That doesn’t mean the team sees it that way, of course.

by indesignkat on Feb 14, 2012 1:42 PM EST reply actions