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Almost everyone does it seems. If Benson is out, how can you not, Scott's got speed and this could be a break out opportunity.FBG's really like Scott this week.
Almost everyone does it seems. If Benson is out, how can you not, Scott's got speed and this could be a break out opportunity.FBG's really like Scott this week.
Are people, if given the opportunity, going with Scott or Snelling?Almost everyone does it seems. If Benson is out, how can you not, Scott's got speed and this could be a break out opportunity.FBG's really like Scott this week.
I hate to be 'that guy' but I've been burned by that phrase more times this year than most it seems.Almost everyone does it seems. If Benson is out, how can you not, Scott's got speed and this could be a break out opportunity.FBG's really like Scott this week.
http://blogs.nfl.com/2009/11/19/bengals-rb...out-vs-raiders/"Bengals RB Cedric Benson likely will not play Sunday against the Raiders after missing practice again with a hip injury, according to a league source.Jason LaCanfora on Twitter @ 3.50 PM today:
Bengals players not expecting Cedric Benson to go Sun, but LJ geting a nice work load in practice.
No. It's not that simple. It's also a matter of protections, picking up the Blitz, and not getting your QB killed. I think we saw what happened when a backup QB ran this Offense last year... yes Larry could hit the correct hole. But Leonard and Scott should offer better protection for Carson, especially since Larry has struggled with Proection anyway. Lastly, its the Raiders. (No offense, AL) Why would Marvin risk Palmer's health even in the slightest... when they're playing Oak.To all those dimissing LJ - this is not like a new QB or WR stepping into an offence.
Rooke RB's are usually succesful because they can step in and contribute right away - there is not a whole lot a RB has to learn to be able to contribute. Basically Palmer just has to tell LJ which hole to hit or if its a sweep left or right he has to be able to read his offensive line.
RB is probably one of the easiest positions to transition from one team to another in football.
LJ doesnt play this week, I don't care what Marvin said in his second Presser.
LJ is not known for good pass protection.He goes from **** vermeil to 2 years of Herm and then this regime. I'd be pissed too.Bengals love having scumbags on their team, so look for LJ to get 50 carries on Sunday.
There are three rules that I live by: never get less than twelve hours sleep; never play cards with a guy who has the same first name as a city; and never get involved with a woman with a tattoo of a dagger on her body. Now you stick to that, and everything else is cream cheese.T. Jones or Bernard Scott?Jones is having a great year, might be able (if he gets majority of touches) to catch lightning in a bottle with Scott though. Wouldn't be suprised if Cinc got up big and starting running LJ to get him acclimated to offense.
Agree with you there. If it's a blowout, LJ will see the field on simple game plays on 1st or 2nd downs. IF the game is tight, I doubt we'll see much of him.Wouldn't be suprised if Cinc got up big and starting running LJ to get him acclimated to offense.
nice, only mookie blaylock could have reeled off that quote so quick...There are three rules that I live by: never get less than twelve hours sleep; never play cards with a guy who has the same first name as a city; and never get involved with a woman with a tattoo of a dagger on her body. Now you stick to that, and everything else is cream cheese.T. Jones or Bernard Scott?Jones is having a great year, might be able (if he gets majority of touches) to catch lightning in a bottle with Scott though. Wouldn't be suprised if Cinc got up big and starting running LJ to get him acclimated to offense.
I think Otis is going to be very disappointed 2 days from now...It only makes sense if you think LJ gives you a better chance of winning the game. And that's not in the least bit crazy.Larry Johnson's Role Depends on Cedric Benson
This story speculates that LJ will dress if Benson is out, which I expect.
I guess I just don't see LJ getting many carries this week unless there is an injury to Scott or Leonard.
I think Scott will start and get the majority of the touches, Leonard will get some 3rd downs/short yardage, and LJ will get a few carries depending on game situation.
And yes, I understand that Benson came in and took over the starter's role with little time on the team last season, but the Bengals didn't have any other options in their backfield.
The Bengals loved Scott in training camp, and he was the player that received the majority of the touches against Pittsburgh when Benson left the game. I think he'll get a decent opportunity to show what he can do against Oakland, and he'll be successful.
It doesn't make sense for the Bengals to completely flip the depth chart upside down when LJ signed just five days before the game.
I dunno. If Benson is a no go I think both theses guys post over 10 pts. The raiders run d SUCKS. See whar two headed monsters have done vs them (NYG esp), combine that with a FURIOUS pass rush that would likely eat Cassell and that O line alive, why not run on 70% of the plays?I think Otis is going to be very disappointed 2 days from now...It only makes sense if you think LJ gives you a better chance of winning the game. And that's not in the least bit crazy.Larry Johnson's Role Depends on Cedric Benson
This story speculates that LJ will dress if Benson is out, which I expect.
I guess I just don't see LJ getting many carries this week unless there is an injury to Scott or Leonard.
I think Scott will start and get the majority of the touches, Leonard will get some 3rd downs/short yardage, and LJ will get a few carries depending on game situation.
And yes, I understand that Benson came in and took over the starter's role with little time on the team last season, but the Bengals didn't have any other options in their backfield.
The Bengals loved Scott in training camp, and he was the player that received the majority of the touches against Pittsburgh when Benson left the game. I think he'll get a decent opportunity to show what he can do against Oakland, and he'll be successful.
It doesn't make sense for the Bengals to completely flip the depth chart upside down when LJ signed just five days before the game.
Read Reddys chat log linked to that site. A little better perspective there.LJ now saying he does not expect to get a heavy load this week. He refers only to Scott and Leonard. Seems like regardless of Benson maintaining that he is a GTD, everything LJ is saying seems to clearly indicate that Benson is not playing.
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Not sure how many opportunities he will have to return kickoffs, the Raiders haven't exactly been lighting up the scoreboard and Cinci's defense has been playing well.Scott to return kickoffs for the Bengals. Great play in Return leagues vs OAK.
1) Is this confirmed? Link?2) Does he get more than 2 returns? The Raiders are averaging 9 points a game.Scott to return kickoffs for the Bengals. Great play in Return leagues vs OAK.
That is not a good call.Have Scott penciled in over Kevin Smith.
Huge concern here...If he's returning kicks, does that mean he won't be getting as many carries? Starting RBs don't usually return kicks. Makes me worried about starting him now.
Only concern for me is LJ getting all the goal line carries.Huge concern here...If he's returning kicks, does that mean he won't be getting as many carries? Starting RBs don't usually return kicks. Makes me worried about starting him now.
same decision i have right nowchit. i don't know if i should start Scott because of LJ. Would anyone bench Scott for Maclin?
Short yardage and goal line probably.he'll get at least 8 carries per mort
LJ?he'll get at least 8 carries per mort
yes, LJ. sorry for the confusion.LJ?he'll get at least 8 carries per mort
Yes, I heard that as well, LJ will get 8-10 carries per Mort.I have the waiver wire stew of Forsett, Charles, McCoy and Scott. In the event anyone gives crap what I think, I'll be going McCoy/Scott based on matchups, plus I need to swing for the fences to get enough points to make the playoffs.LJ?he'll get at least 8 carries per mort