Bengals backfield is a mess
Mark Curnette had a number of nuggets yesterday about the Bengals that helps to clear up the running back situation for 2008.
* The team expects to bring Rudi Johnson back. I thought he might get cut after averaging 2.9 yards-per-carry, but they have plenty of cap room to delay any decision. I still believe they could cut him in camp, but they will see how he looks then.
* The most surprising thing I read was that the Bengals "were a little bit unsure" about Kenny Irons. Considering the context of the quote, I believe this was in reference to his knee injury. They were very high on Irons before he tore his knee ligaments, but it sounds like he may have suffered a setback.
* The Bengals were more optimistic about getting some production from Chris Perry, who missed all of 2007, than Irons. Perry still has a lot to prove just to make the team.
* Despite all these backs (we haven't even mentioned Kenny Watson), it sounds like the Bengals will sign or draft yet another. They are in a tough spot, but it's the only way to go. They need to improve the running game, and Rudi, Irons, and Perry are all total question marks.
Comments
I think that Chris Perry could be the real sleeper of the bunch. Of course injuries are the concern, but as far as size, speed and youth, Perry has it all.
Posted by: Bubba B | February 15, 2008 12:51 PM
Agreed
Posted by: Stephen | February 15, 2008 09:45 PM