2009 moderators OTA experience...

[DennyG2]

Once again the moderators were fortunate enough to be asked to join the Bengals at OTA's this year, I am posting some random pics with comments, if anyone is interested in seeing pictures of other players not shown or has questions on my impressions feel free to ask and I will try to accomidate your requests. Thank you to the Bengals and Bengals_Moderator for such an awesome day!

For those concerned about Palmers arm or arm strength........don't be!

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Palmer to Caldwell...

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Chris Henry...

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Coles...

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Rey, Rey...

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Michael Johnson...

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Johnson, Sims, Tank...

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[BennyBengals]

I hate you Denny :lol:


Denny did you get to chat to any of the players???

How was Utecht looking?

[dpatgoeswhodey]

look how long M.Johnson's neck is, he'll be tipping passes with his head. :lol:

[Stewy]

Nice pics - but where are the comments? hehe

[Canadian Bengal Fan]

look how long M.Johnson's neck is, he'll be tipping passes with his head. :lol:

Thanks i needed a good laugh.

[caesarrodneybengal]

Awesome pics Denny, as always!

You are one lucky man! :thumbsup:

[CaptainCanada]

Once again the moderators were fortunate enough to be asked to join the Bengals at OTA's this year, I am posting some random pics with comments, if anyone is interested in seeing pictures of other players not shown or has questions on my impressions feel free to ask and I will try to accomidate your requests. Thank you to the Bengals and Bengals_Moderator for such an awesome day!


Great pictures Denny, sounds like an amazing experience. Was this the OTA session that was closed to the media yesterday?

[Paul from Dayton]

Thanks for the pics Denny, you lucky SOB!

I sure hope Johnson wears one of those neck rolls

[far away bengal]

What about the RBs and Shirley??? How did they look??

[DennyG2]

Great pictures Denny, sounds like an amazing experience. Was this the OTA session that was closed to the media yesterday?
The media was NOT there yesterday, which I feel is part of what makes it so great. The players are in great moods and don't have to deal with the media. The players were awesome to us!

[DennyG2]

I hate you Denny :lol:


Denny did you get to chat to any of the players???

How was Utecht looking?
Yes we got to chat with any player we wanted and also got many great pictures with them, the players couldn't have treated us any better, almost like we were part of the team. I would also like to mention how truely awesome Mike Brown and Katie Blackburn were to us, very good people!

As for Ben...

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[Bengalsnati85]

Jeremi Johnson, any pics? Wanting to see what kinda shape he's in!

[caesarrodneybengal]

lol yeah...

and did you make sure to bring a jelly doughnut to appease him, lest he eat you...?

[just another bengals fan]

Wow man. What a pleasure it is to be at their training sessions, a bengals fan dream.

One question, did you see Bernard Scott and how did he look.

[DennyG2]

Marvin and the defense...

http://img12.imageshack.us/img12/9693/p1010239o.jpg

Carson...

http://img12.imageshack.us/img12/4727/p1010240j.jpg

Benson...

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Dhani Tackles the Globe...

http://img12.imageshack.us/img12/2302/p1010219jhn.jpg

[Pleasantville]

Very cool and thanks. In Columbus getting any news about the Bengals is dificult!:tiger:

[DennyG2]

Roy Williams...

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J.J.

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[bleed/org&blk]

Great pics! It must have been awesome to be on the field taking pictures and meeting the players. Like someone said earlier a true fans dream. What was the atmosphere like? What were some some of the more interesting packages RBs, WRs, LBs and DL? Love to see some pics of our S and LB, Crocker, Duke, Roy,Brandon Johnson and the rest of the bunch.

[DennyG2]

Jeremi Johnson, any pics? Wanting to see what kinda shape he's in!
Hard to believe, but Jeremi was a no-show:huh:

[LebanonFan]

It's truly amazing, looking back on how slowly the offseason started, losing TJ, to see how much different this team looks from last season to this season. Best time of the year to be a Bengals fan!

[Millz78]

I am so frickin jealous

[Bengalsnati85]

lol yeah...

and did you make sure to bring a jelly doughnut to appease him, lest he eat you...?

Hopefully, he's switched to Nutrigrain bars!

[bleed/org&blk]

Hard to believe, but Jeremi was a no-show:huh:

I believe he is working out on his own with a personal trainer.

[Millz78]

how did laverneus look? or Simpson?

[Bengalsnati85]

Hard to believe, but Jeremi was a no-show:huh:

This guys not gonna make the team! Not showing up! He think he's the Ocho or something?

[Millz78]

I believe he is working out on his own with a personal trainer.

probably bob harper on the next season of the biggest loser

[DennyG2]

Great pics! It must have been awesome to be on the field taking pictures and meeting the players. Like someone said earlier a true fans dream. What was the atmosphere like? What were some some of the more interesting packages RBs, WRs, LBs and DL? Love to see some pics of our S and LB, Crocker, Duke, Roy,Brandon Johnson and the rest of the bunch.
Crocker and Williams
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[DennyG2]

how did laverneus look? or Simpson?
I was very impressed with how quick Coles looked, I think he will be a huge weapon!

Simpson, Palmer...
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[Millz78]

I was very impressed with how quick Coles looked, I think he will be a huge weapon!

Simpson, Palmer...
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I was hoping you would say something like that. thanks

[bleed/org&blk]

Crocker and Williams
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Thanks Denny. You truely are the man. I'm so excited about this team and it's a feeling I haven't felt in years. As far as Jermi Johnson don't count him out. He still is the best blocking FB on out roster right now, with maybe Pressley close behind. The rest of our FB's are FB/RB.

[BennyBengals]

After seeing some of these pictures about our players in OTA's. I am REALLY psyched for the new season!!!

[GodFather07]

awesome pix, thanks for sharing!!

Denny, of what ou saw what plaer excited you the most from watching so far, if ya had to pick one. Also any surpises out there that you didnt expect to see?

[djam]

Excellent Denny!!! Thank you for the pics and post!

I love the picture of Crocker and Williams. I really think those two are going to form a very feared duo in the AFCN. Both can lay the wood and Crocker is fast enough to play FS and even CB in a pinch. I am very excited about these guys---heck I'm excited about EVERY position this year. I think we might be onto something., This is by far the most intriguing offseason season in years. Even more so than 2005. So many new faces, so much talent, so much potential, and team chemistry seems to be perhaps at an all time high the way the players are talking.

So did you notice who they seemed to be playing more on the 1st team DT spots, or was it an even rotation? I'm excited to find out who will be our starting two DT's. I have a feeling it will end up being Tank and Sims.

[DennyG2]

After seeing some of these pictures about our players in OTA's. I am REALLY psyched for the new season!!!
There is a tremendous amount to be excited about! This team is seemingly a total united unit, after practice watching the team play basketball together for a couple hours after lunch was quite impressive, alot of team continuity.

[battey60]

Great pics denny. Can you show some Pics of Odom? I saw one while he was standing next to Johnson but it wasn't a full pic. I am interested to see what 40 pounds extra muscle looks like on the guy. He looked like a string bean last year.

[DennyG2]

Excellent Denny!!! Thank you for the pics and post!

I love the picture of Crocker and Williams. I really think those two are going to form a very feared duo in the AFCN. Both can lay the wood and Crocker is fast enough to play FS and even CB in a pinch. I am very excited about these guys---heck I'm excited about EVERY position this year. I think we might be onto something., This is by far the most intriguing offseason season in years. Even more so than 2005. So many new faces, so much talent, so much potential, and team chemistry seems to be perhaps at an all time high the way the players are talking.

So did you notice who they seemed to be playing more on the 1st team DT spots, or was it an even rotation? I'm excited to find out who will be our starting two DT's. I have a feeling it will end up being Tank and Sims.
Crocker and Williams were mostly playing with the ones whenever I noticed, which is the way I think it will remain, you never know though.

[bleed/org&blk]

Excellent Denny!!! Thank you for the pics and post!

I love the picture of Crocker and Williams. I really think those two are going to form a very feared duo in the AFCN. Both can lay the wood and Crocker is fast enough to play FS and even CB in a pinch. I am very excited about these guys---heck I'm excited about EVERY position this year. I think we might be onto something., This is by far the most intriguing offseason season in years. Even more so than 2005. So many new faces, so much talent, so much potential, and team chemistry seems to be perhaps at an all time high the way the players are talking.

So did you notice who they seemed to be playing more on the 1st team DT spots, or was it an even rotation? I'm excited to find out who will be our starting two DT's. I have a feeling it will end up being Tank and Sims.

I was thinking the same thing when I saw the pic of Crocker and Williams. What a duo in the secondary and perfect for the AFC North. :thumbsup:

[DennyG2]

Great pics denny. Can you show some Pics of Odom? I saw one while he was standing next to Johnson but it wasn't a full pic. I am interested to see what 40 pounds extra muscle looks like on the guy. He looked like a string bean last year.
He ate lunch at the table next to us, and he looked huge, especially compared to last year, very noticable, he is very muscular!

[shawntmartin]

Awesome pics! Very nice... thanks for sharing.

[djam]

He ate lunch at the table next to us, and he looked huge, especially compared to last year, very noticable, he is very muscular!

Wow I like that a lot. If he indeed didn't lose any quickness, he could have a breakout year with the added strength.

[BennyBengals]

There is a tremendous amount to be excited about! This team is seemingly a total united unit, after practice watching the team play basketball together for a couple hours after lunch was quite impressive, alot of team continuity.


Who were the bball stars?


My bet would be Jerome Simpson :lol:

Oh and Slim!

[fumblerooski]

Great pictures again this year Denny. Thanks for sharing them and a bit of the OTA experience you had at PBS with the rest of us. Keep them coming if you still got more. You are a lucky man! :thumbsup:

[Millz78]

I know you guys have went in the past but what specifically did you notice was different this year than in the past? Were there any negatives that made you think that there is still an area to address?

[jace4655]

I am sorry, but i truly want to give you negative rep for being such a lucky SOB!:mad:

[jace4655]

I know you guys have went in the past but what specifically did you notice was different this year than in the past? Were there any negatives that made you think that there is still an area to address?
Very good question i am looking forward to seeing his response.

[CloeHokie]

Hey Denny! Thats awesome! I hope Rivers looked great out there. He is my fav.

[fan_since_'70]

Great post Denny, thanks for the "you-are-there" type pics!!

[bengal_prideforlife]

There is a tremendous amount to be excited about! This team is seemingly a total united unit, after practice watching the team play basketball together for a couple hours after lunch was quite impressive, alot of team continuity.

THISSSSS is the best news I have heard ALL offseason! That includes our FA pickups and draft, you get this talented team to be a TEAM, unstoppable!!!!!!!




Denny, you dont have any clue how much I appreciated seeing these pics this morning, has put a smile on my face! You are deserving of such a great honor bro!!!!

[Bengal Dude]

Great job as always Denny. Love the pics. Do you guys get to do a write up for the main page again?

Also, how was Hall looking out there?

[eliminate08]

Marvin and the defense...

http://img12.imageshack.us/img12/9693/p1010239o.jpg

Carson...

http://img12.imageshack.us/img12/4727/p1010240j.jpg

Benson...

http://img12.imageshack.us/img12/8262/p1010262l.jpg

Dhani Tackles the Globe...

http://img12.imageshack.us/img12/2302/p1010219jhn.jpg

Man, dude.:rolleyes:

Great pics. Thanks Denny.:thumbsup:

Just looking at the pics and from what you are saying Denny, this looks like the year
things start to turn around. When you look at the defense they are poised for a top 10
year.

The O-line has been improved which is the reason for the bad year last year. If Carson
has time and Benson, Scott and Leonard have holes to run through, LOOK OUT! ;)

[collegeboi]

I'm very excited even more then ever. By any chance you got any pictures of B. Scott?

[DennyG2]

awesome pix, thanks for sharing!!

Denny, of what ou saw what plaer excited you the most from watching so far, if ya had to pick one. Also any surpises out there that you didnt expect to see?
I was mostly excited to watch how effortless Carson was zipping the ball around, I also really love the Coles pick up even more, he is all business and was always in Carson's ear.

I didn't expect to see all the smiling and enthusiasm!
Who were the bball stars?


My bet would be Jerome Simpson :lol:

Oh and Slim!Actually, I was mostly surprised with Palmer and Chatman, great 3 point shooters

I know you guys have went in the past but what specifically did you notice was different this year than in the past? Were there any negatives that made you think that there is still an area to address?
No negatives, a group of guys that wanted to be there seemed to be the theme...
Hey Denny! Thats awesome! I hope Rivers looked great out there. He is my fav.
Funny you mention that, I said yesterday that it is noticable how big and muscular Rivers seems again, he has gained all his weight back and was very focused!

[collegeboi]

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[FloridaBengal#1]

You are so lucky thanks for sharing. Did you get any pics of Ndukwe?

[DennyG2]

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[bleed/org&blk]

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Now your just showing off! :lol: Did you tell some of these guys about the buzz on the boards about them, guys like Roy, Rey, Bernard Scott and Slim.

[austrianpine]

Hard to believe, but Jeremi was a no-show:huh:

I read somewhere (Chick Ludwig's blog?) that he is working out privately and of course missing time with the team.

Great pics and thanks for posting them!!!

[Bengal Dude]

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I really see the family resemblance.

[austrianpine]

Funny, it only takes a few pictures to get everybody excited again. Can't wait for the season to start.

Thanks again for the pics.

[BengalBug]

Benson LOOKS like an all star back, reminds me of a marshawn lynch type of player... a combonation of power and speed.

[TrinaAnn]

I love this picture!!!!!
How great is Chris Henry? Tell me Denny, he is awesome huh?





Chris Henry...

http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/716/p1010187s.jpg

[NS_BengalsFan]

Thanks for posting the pics, they are great.

[CloeHokie]

Funny you mention that, I said yesterday that it is noticable how big and muscular Rivers seems again, he has gained all his weight back and was very focused!

Awesome! Got any good pics of him? I saw him in that defense shot. I knew he would be focused and ready to go. He is a hard worker and a leader. Type of guy we need on this team

[FloridaBengal#1]

How was Zimmer out there did you get to talk to him at all? Did you get to see any pass rushing drills and how did they look?

[GodFather07]

[QUOTE=Dennyg2;1082768]
I didn't expect to see all the smiling and enthusiasm!

Thats fantastic and what really excites me about the year is that the chemistry with the players this year will have a major positive impact on the playing field. Theres been so many teams that have won Super Bowls not because they were the best team in the league but because of the chemistry and hunger to win making good players great. Hopefully this fall were estatic about the winning from week to week...god only knows we all deserve it as fans that have been hungry for it year after year.

[DennyG2]

Awesome! Got any good pics of him? I saw him in that defense shot. I knew he would be focused and ready to go. He is a hard worker and a leader. Type of guy we need on this teamhttp://img23.imageshack.us/img23/6971/p1010207b.jpg

How was Zimmer out there did you get to talk to him at all? Did you get to see any pass rushing drills and how did they look?
Yes, Zimmer has great fire and determination with this group, you can tell they really respond well to him, he always seems to have their full attention.

Michael Johnson, in my mind, stole the pass rush segment, he maybe the quickest end I have ever seen, he had an inside move that was simply stunning!

[austrianpine]

When you compare this year's OTA to last year's, what sticks out most? Positive and Negative.

[Bengal Dude]

Michael Johnson, in my mind, stole the pass rush segment, he maybe the quickest end I have ever seen, he had an inside move that was simply stunning!

That's some good news.:thumbsup:

[DennyG2]

When you compare this year's OTA to last year's, what sticks out most? Positive and Negative.
For me personally, the positive was no mention of 2 players, Chad and TJ, this team has clearly moved on from their antics, and has a very talented WR squad no matter if Chad shows up or not.

The negative, I know I am known as a homer, but I cannot think of anything this year that wasn't anything but positive. Trust me, this team has fun together and for the most part, the malcontents and cancers are gone (except one). This has clearly become Palmer's team;)

[AtomicBlaze]

Denny, how big did Luigs look in comparison to Cook? How did Andre Smith look at RT, and does he look like he works out hard? Also, what are your impressions of Chris Henry?

[wilson]

Denny,

I have to admit I'm jealous, but at the same time I'm very happy for you guys. I have a question...

How were you guys introduced to the players? In other words, did they all understand that you're there because of your roles on the Bengals site, in particular the message board? And if that is the case, which I assume it was, did any of the players indicate whether they read the message board? Did they have any comment on it?

Again, thank you for the pics. I'm glad you had a great time. You're a great fan. :thumbsup:

:Tigerdance:

[CloeHokie]

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:thumbsup:

Rivers!!!!!!!!!!!

[wilson]

Man, I love this pic. Ced Ben looks happy to be there, and that's wonderful!

http://img12.imageshack.us/img12/8262/p1010262l.jpg

[caesarrodneybengal]

For me personally, the positive was no mention of 2 players, Chad and TJ, this team has clearly moved on from their antics, and has a very talented WR squad no matter if Chad shows up or not.

The negative, I know I am known as a homer, but I cannot think of anything this year that wasn't anything but positive. Trust me, this team has fun together and for the most part, the malcontents and cancers are gone (except one). This has clearly become Palmer's team;)
That is awesome to hear. We are now seeing Carson become a REAL franchise QB!!!

[DennyG2]

Denny,

I have to admit I'm jealous, but at the same time I'm very happy for you guys. I have a question...

How were you guys introduced to the players? In other words, did they all understand that you're there because of your roles on the Bengals site, in particular the message board? And if that is the case, which I assume it was, did any of the players indicate whether they read the message board? Did they have any comment on it?

Again, thank you for the pics. I'm glad you had a great time. You're a great fan. :thumbsup:

:Tigerdance:Great question Wilson, I can tell you that Mike and Katie are fully aware of what we do along with Hobson. The Brown family is absolutely terrific to us and thanks us countless times for what we do here. I can remember last year when we met Carson, when Andy told Carson along with Marvin and several others what we did, so the short answer is that I think a good amount of players and administration are aware that we moderate the pulse of Bengal Nation. I told Mike and Katie that for the most part the message boards were estatic with the offseason so far, which they were very, very happy to hear, I was certainly under the belief they check in here from time to time.

I am no greater of a fan than anyone else on here, but I appreciate the compliment:thumbsup:

[DennyG2]

I love this picture!!!!!
How great is Chris Henry? Tell me Denny, he is awesome huh?





Chris Henry...


Here are a couple more for you Trina...
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[Bengal Dude]

Did you watch Huber at all, Denny? Just to experience no Larson?

[wilson]

Denny, thanks for replying so quickly. I've talked to a few others on the board, and we're all excited about your report and OTA pics. They come at a good time where the boards are slow because it's in between the draft and mandatory training camp.

Thanks again for the information and pics. I'm sure I'll have more questions, but for now I'm gonna give some others a chance to ask questions before I jump in there again. I don't want to line ditch anyone. B)

Oh, yeah, if by any chance Mike or Katie or Marvin or any player from the team happens to read this, I just wanted to say THANK YOU you for all your hard work during FA in bringing in some quality players. And I want to especially thank you for what I consider just about as good a draft as I could ever have imagined. I love this team, and I thank you for heading it in the right direction. There were times I honestly couldn't say that in the past, but now I can. :thumbsup:

[wilson]

Did you watch Huber at all, Denny? Just to experience no Larson?
Good question, BD.

[DennyG2]

Did you watch Huber at all, Denny? Just to experience no Larson?
Let me just say Huber was killing the ball, I mean launching them into the stratusphere! You will have to ask 34, but I am pretty sure he caught one of his punts.

At lunch, Huber walked by us, and I believe David told him he was glad to see him as a Bengal, I also told him we were not use to the kind of punts we were seeing by him, he got a chuckle out of that, I think many do not realize what a great pick that will potentially be for the Bengals, as Andy and I were talking, field position is huge in the NFL and we may have a game changer at the punter position;)

[wilson]

Great news on Huber. :rock on:

[Mr. Cinister]

Denny, any chance you got to see how Cook was looking out there? Hopefully good.

[AtomicBlaze]

An Andre Smith update would be good, since that is one of the biggest question marks of the draft.

[BANJAXED]

How about some pics of our Mods in action

like dropping Carson passes and Huber punts ;)

[wilson]

How about some pics of our Mods in action

like dropping Carson passes and Huber punts ;)

Nonsense...they've never been known to drop the ball...:thumbsup:

[AtomicBlaze]

Any chance you got inside info about the draft? Like other players we had targeted if we didn't draft Andre.

[Luvnit2]

Denny, thanks for replying so quickly. I've talked to a few others on the board, and we're all excited about your report and OTA pics. They come at a good time where the boards are slow because it's in between the draft and mandatory training camp.

Thanks again for the information and pics. I'm sure I'll have more questions, but for now I'm gonna give some others a chance to ask questions before I jump in there again. I don't want to line ditch anyone. B)

Oh, yeah, if by any chance Mike or Katie or Marvin or any player from the team happens to read this, I just wanted to say THANK YOU you for all your hard work during FA in bringing in some quality players. And I want to especially thank you for what I consider just about as good a draft as I could ever have imagined. I love this team, and I thank you for heading it in the right direction. There were times I honestly couldn't say that in the past, but now I can. :thumbsup:
One big Ditto...I do not know the outcome, but I feel the effort to bring home a winner is there.

[Luvnit2]

For me personally, the positive was no mention of 2 players, Chad and TJ, this team has clearly moved on from their antics, and has a very talented WR squad no matter if Chad shows up or not.

The negative, I know I am known as a homer, but I cannot think of anything this year that wasn't anything but positive. Trust me, this team has fun together and for the most part, the malcontents and cancers are gone (except one). This has clearly become Palmer's team;)
Now that is great to hear.

[Dricis]

wow, great information guys. So who were the starting DT's, i saw the questioned asked but didnt see the answer.

I love the fact they're coming together as a team, so is it a fairly happy but motivated atmosphere at the camp, or is it more of a pure serious motivated etc? i know you said you didnt get any negative vibes, just trying to get more of a feel of the team in general.

[DennyG2]

Any chance you got inside info about the draft? Like other players we had targeted if we didn't draft Andre.
Actually yes, Katie informed us when asked by 34, why so many teams passed on Rey, she said they think because he ran a little slower than some liked. She also said that they targeted Rey if they were to move back in the first round, when he fell into their lap in the 30's they were shocked and it was an easy decision.
wow, great information guys. So who were the starting DT's, i saw the questioned asked but didnt see the answer.

I love the fact they're coming together as a team, so is it a fairly happy but motivated atmosphere at the camp, or is it more of a pure serious motivated etc? i know you said you didnt get any negative vibes, just trying to get more of a feel of the team in general.The first team seemed to usually be rotated with Tank, Sims and Peko, in many of my pics, it was usually Tank with Sims, not sure that means much this early though...

They were very focused and serious when they were in their drills and lined up. They seemed in great spirits with eachother when they stretched and in between plays. I cannot recall any players off on their own like I did last year, again, this is only my impressions, but I am pretty sure we all noticed the same things.

[Who2Dey]

The first team seemed to usually be rotated with Tank, Sims and Peko, in many of my pics, it was usually Tank with Sims, not sure that means much this early though...


Thats exactly what I wanted to hear. I'm thinking Tank will be one of the best of our new additions this season.

Did you notice anyone giving more? or going the extra mile to impress? I'm sure they all were working hard, but there is usually somebody that will stick out going above and beyond.

[caesarrodneybengal]

Actually yes, Katie informed us when asked by 34, why so many teams passed on Rey, she said they think because he ran a little slower than some liked. She also said that they targeted Rey if they were to move back in the first round, when he fell into their lap in the 30's they were shocked and it was an easy decision.
The first team seemed to usually be rotated with Tank, Sims and Peko, in many of my pics, it was usually Tank with Sims, not sure that means much this early though...

They were very focused and serious when they were in their drills and lined up. They seemed in great spirits with eachother when they stretched and in between plays. I cannot recall any players off on their own like I did last year, again, this is only my impressions, but I am pretty sure we all noticed the same things.
Can you clarify on players being off on their own last year...

[DennyG2]

Thats exactly what I wanted to hear. I'm thinking Tank will be one of the best of our new additions this season.

Did you notice anyone giving more? or going the extra mile to impress? I'm sure they all were working hard, but there is usually somebody that will stick out going above and beyond.I thought they all were giving it a great effort, especially since Zimmer was always in their ear. I will never try to act like I can determine who is giving it more than someone else, but they were all very active and seemed to get alot of pressure on the QB's, keep in mind, they are not in pads.

Can you clarify on players being off on their own last year...
It just seemed a bit more clicky last year, and many more no shows like TJ, Chad, and several others I can recall. Other than Chad and Jeremi, I was surprised at the huge turn out for voluntaries. I cannot think of a good player other than the above mentioned not there, which speaks alot if you ask me:thumbsup:

[Bengals in Toronto]

thanks for the pic Denny

where did Maualuga line up was he with the first team did he line up at the Mike if so what possition does he look better at MIKE or SAM

and sign of Shirley how did he look. Do our front 4 look determing to get to the QB

[caesarrodneybengal]

I thought they all were giving it a great effort, especially since Zimmer was always in their ear. I will never try to act like I can determine who is giving it more than someone else, but they were all very active and seemed to get alot of pressure on the QB's, keep in mind, they are not in pads.


It just seemed a bit more clicky last year, and many more no shows like TJ, Chad, and several others I can recall. Other than Chad and Jeremi, I was surprised at the huge turn out for voluntaries. I cannot think of a good player other than the above mentioned not there, which speaks alot if you ask me:thumbsup:
That's always good.

Was Coffman still on the side? And did he seem to be doing well and doing exercises?

[David From Cincy]

http://img12.imageshack.us/img12/8262/p1010262l.jpg



He was actually looking at me...

http://img39.imageshack.us/img39/5826/237w.jpg (http://img39.imageshack.us/my.php?image=237w.jpg)

[djam]

This is the best thread so far this offseason. Thanks again Denny for breaking it down for us!!

some of the things that stand out to me in this thread....

Michael Johnson looking really good off the edge
Crocker and Roy playing the 1's most of the time
Tank and Sims taking the snaps with the 1's mostly....
Huber nailing it---woohooo!!
Players having fun
This is Carson's team



I love it :thumbsup:

[David From Cincy]

And before anyone says anything, I realize those pictures were taking about a minute apart :) .

I have a bunch of pictures, but I am afraid to steal your thunder.

[David From Cincy]

This is the best thread so far this offseason. Thanks again Denny for breaking it down for us!!

some of the things that stand out to me in this thread....

Michael Johnson looking really good off the edge
Crocker and Roy playing the 1's most of the time
Tank and Sims taking the snaps with the 1's mostly....
Huber nailing it---woohooo!!
Players having fun
This is Carson's team



I love it :thumbsup:


I have to say, Benson is one of the nicest guys on that field... laughing, joking with us... amazing guy there. I am glad we brought him back, he will be a positive influence on this team.

[djam]

And before anyone says anything, I realize those pictures were taking about a minute apart :) .

I have a bunch of pictures, but I am afraid to steal your thunder.

Pffffft...post away....share the thunder! :thumbsup:

[djam]

I have to say, Benson is one of the nicest guys on that field... laughing, joking with us... amazing guy there. I am glad we brought him back, he will be a positive influence on this team.

That's sweet!! He looks really happy in his pics. Looks in really good shape too

[Manuel]

Great work Denny, except for that anoyinng white boy that got in the middle of a few pictures :P

[David From Cincy]

This will take a few minutes.

[jj22]

This thread was better than a Hobson article.... Thanks Denny, I got my news fix for the day...

[CaptainCanada]

file:///C:/Users/Owner/Pictures/2009-05-29/136.JPG

Best picture I've seen all day! Look at Denny take on Andre Smith!



:what:

[goalpost]

Nice work...if you could call it that...:thumbsup:

[David From Cincy]

These are a little big, I know that, but I am sizing them down from 12+ megapixels, so please bear with me.

http://img39.imageshack.us/img39/5507/111bte.jpg
http://img37.imageshack.us/img37/9242/256c.jpg
http://img39.imageshack.us/img39/4396/236i.jpg
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http://img38.imageshack.us/img38/1784/273gal.jpg

[battey60]

#97 Jason Shirley looks like a big mean SOB.

[rob66]

Thank You I really like the way things are going. I'm drinking the kool aid and it is so so good!!!!!!:tiger:;):tiger::rock on:

[caesarrodneybengal]

#97 Jason Shirley looks like a big mean SOB.
I wasn't necessarily thinking mean...I was more thinking goofy lol

He looks like a happy (man)child

[battey60]

I wasn't necessarily thinking mean...I was more thinking goofy lol

He looks like a happy (man)child


he looks like a 350 pound Isaac Hayes

[caesarrodneybengal]

he looks like a 350 pound Isaac Hayes
He's BGJ

Big Goofy Jason

[David From Cincy]

http://img16.imageshack.us/img16/9633/175aew.jpg
http://img14.imageshack.us/img14/9572/229rlh.jpg
http://img29.imageshack.us/img29/8398/230rlp.jpg
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http://img32.imageshack.us/img32/6425/261vsq.jpg
http://img37.imageshack.us/img37/2766/262x.jpg

[David From Cincy]

http://img16.imageshack.us/img16/2303/092rgo.jpg
http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/7555/288m.jpg

[David From Cincy]

That's sweet!! He looks really happy in his pics. Looks in really good shape too

Benson is solid as a freakin' rock.

[David From Cincy]

HOW COULD I FORGET!?!?!?!



http://img40.imageshack.us/img40/9581/154d.jpg

[cincy spartan]

Benson LOOKS like an all star back, reminds me of a marshawn lynch type of player... a combonation of power and speed.

I only hope he doesn't have the intellect level of lynch, because if he does then we are screwed. :lol:

[CaptainCanada]

HOW COULD I FORGET!?!?!?!



http://img40.imageshack.us/img40/9581/154d.jpg

Scary.

[TwoADay]

Someone get Brandon Johnson a sandwich! I love his play, but he's got some skinny legs!

[eoxyod]

How sexy..err...I mean how good did Ndukwe look?

[CaptainCanada]

How sexy..err...I mean how good did Ndukwe look?

:scared2:

[djam]

How did Roy Williams look in coverage?

[CaptainCanada]

This is a question I've always wanted to ask:

What is the fieldturf like at Paul Brown Stadium? Is there even a comparsion between it and grass? Or is it completely different?

[caesarrodneybengal]

Was the D line rotating a lot, or was it mainly just 4 guys?

[battey60]

How sexy..err...I mean how good did Ndukwe look? :eek:

[DennyG2]

How sexy..err...I mean how good did Ndukwe look?
Here is Nuke for you...

http://img20.imageshack.us/img20/4482/p1010227j.jpg

[eoxyod]

Here is Nuke for you...

http://img20.imageshack.us/img20/4482/p1010227j.jpg

mmm...He's so manly:wub:

[Eleden]

Awesome pictures Denny. I can't wait to see Laveranues Coles in action.

[David From Cincy]

This is a question I've always wanted to ask:

What is the fieldturf like at Paul Brown Stadium? Is there even a comparsion between it and grass? Or is it completely different?


It is really spongy, a little springier than grass. One thing Eric noticed was that the tiger in the center of the field is actually woven through the field turf making it much denser than the rest of the field and raised about 3/4 of an inch in comparison.

It is far from grass though, much more consistant... and much warmer.

[DennyG2]

Tank
http://img20.imageshack.us/img20/9286/p1010243t.jpg

[David From Cincy]

Awesome pictures Denny. I can't wait to see Laveranues Coles in action.


After seeing Coles and Palmer connecting like they were, I think you will see a lot of him this season. He is a good deal faster than TJ, but they had him running similar TJ-like routes and he looked great.

I think I was happier seeing that than I was anything else.

[DennyG2]

Palmer brothers
http://img20.imageshack.us/img20/7950/p1010179o.jpg

[Eleden]

After seeing Coles and Palmer connecting like they were, I think you will see a lot of him this season. He is a good deal faster than TJ, but they had him running similar TJ-like routes and he looked great.

I think I was happier seeing that than I was anything else.

He should fill in nicely.

I'm guessing Carson's arm looked 100%?

[DennyG2]

Smith vs Johnson
http://img20.imageshack.us/img20/4139/p1010233.jpg

[David From Cincy]

He should fill in nicely.

I'm guessing Carson's arm looked 100%?

I believe his arm is 100% and it will stay that way as long as he doesn't take a lot of hits to it... protectiion will be bigger this year than it has ever been in my opinion.

[Eleden]

Hopefully. I know most fans will probably have a heart attack every time Carson gets sacked.

[DennyG2]

Hopefully. I know most fans will probably have a heart attack every time Carson gets sacked.
Carson is just fine, trust me!;)

[David From Cincy]

Carson is just fine, trust me!;)

I told you... EYES UP IN THE LOCKER ROOM!!!!!

[DennyG2]

I told you... EYES UP IN THE LOCKER ROOM!!!!!
Some things in life just can't be helped:nervous:

[CaptainCanada]

It is really spongy, a little springier than grass. One thing Eric noticed was that the tiger in the center of the field is actually woven through the field turf making it much denser than the rest of the field and raised about 3/4 of an inch in comparison.

It is far from grass though, much more consistant... and much warmer.

That's cool, noticing the picture you have of the field, the close up shot of the tiger you can kind of see that it is woven onto the turf. That's great to know because I always thought the tiger was painted on the field like the end zones are(Assuming they are painted.)

[DennyG2]

http://img32.imageshack.us/img32/7180/p1010242xff.jpg

http://img32.imageshack.us/img32/1389/p1010341v.jpg

[Eleden]

Carson is just fine, trust me!;)

How could I not trust you and your incredibly over sized smiley? :lol:

[David From Cincy]

http://img20.imageshack.us/img20/8359/218u.jpg
http://img40.imageshack.us/img40/7140/219g.jpg
http://img189.imageshack.us/img189/1212/220p.jpg

[Eleden]

Apparently Antwan Odom learned how to fly over the offseason.

[eoxyod]

Apparently Antwan Odom learned how to fly over the offseason.

No, you can obviously see that the OL just tried the old get behind him on your knees and I'll push him trick

[David From Cincy]

http://img33.imageshack.us/img33/4285/119b.jpg
http://img32.imageshack.us/img32/328/135n.jpg
http://img32.imageshack.us/img32/5906/136c.jpg
http://img33.imageshack.us/img33/3695/137m.jpg
http://img20.imageshack.us/img20/2135/138iir.jpg
http://img39.imageshack.us/img39/5184/128nxs.jpg

[David From Cincy]

http://img41.imageshack.us/img41/1905/151xhz.jpg
http://img20.imageshack.us/img20/44/155c.jpg
http://img35.imageshack.us/img35/7428/184m.jpg

[Mr. Cinister]

http://img20.imageshack.us/img20/8359/218u.jpg
http://img40.imageshack.us/img40/7140/219g.jpg
http://img189.imageshack.us/img189/1212/220p.jpg

Heh, Johnson looks like he is really giving Smith hell. Almost has him to a knee in that last pic. :thumbsup:

[Eleden]

No, you can obviously see that the OL just tried the old get behind him on your knees and I'll push him trick

I find your lack of faith disturbing.

[tbone77]

Benson...

http://img12.imageshack.us/img12/8262/p1010262l.jpg



Nice pics. Benson is going to be tough this season.

[Eleden]

Is it against the rules for our front seven to lift Antwan Odom off the ground and throw him over our opponent's O-line?

[wilson]

These pics are sick...or is it me? I've looked at them over and over and over again. Please...someone talk me through this...I need to take a break. And shrinks cost too much. :huh::what::wacko:

[wilson]

Is it against the rules for our front seven to lift Antwan Odom off the ground and throw him over our opponent's O-line?
Only if they get caught, and from what I saw last year some of the refs need an eye test...bad... :ninja:

[CaptainCanada]

Nice pics. Benson is going to be tough this season.

Benson looks big in the pictures I've seen, he's going to be running some DB's over!

[Eleden]

Only if they get caught, and from what I saw last year some of the refs need an eye test...bad... :ninja:

Odom + Jetpack = Superbowl

[eoxyod]

Odom + Jetpack = Superbowl

Plus we'll have Michael Johnson on the other side taking out QBs with his giraffe neck. This should be an amazing D

[dust]

awesome pics guys, mucho appreciado

[CaptainCanada]

Plus we'll have Michael Johnson on the other side taking out QBs with his giraffe neck. This should be an amazing D

http://images.chron.com/blogs/fanblogtexans/Micheal_Johnson%20Georgia.jpg

Dude does have a huge neck.

[Eleden]

http://images.chron.com/blogs/fanblogtexans/Micheal_Johnson%20Georgia.jpg

Dude does have a huge neck.

He has a huge everything... :ninja:

[CaptainCanada]

He has a huge everything... :ninja:

I'm not even going to ask Eleden.........

[David From Cincy]

He has a huge everything... :ninja:

Between you and Denny....

[Eleden]

I'm not even going to ask Eleden.........

I was of course referring to his bank account. 3rd round draft picks make a hefty sum of money.

[Eleden]

Between you and Denny....

If I had a dime for every time I heard that.


I'd have 20 cents. <_<

[wilson]

Michael Johnson...I still can't believe we picked him up in the 3rd round. :thumbsup:

And with the knock on him not going all out every play, you just know the coaches are gonna dog him non-stop. That's what he needs, and he'll be stronger for it. Plus you gotta think he'll block a certain number of extra points/field goals. I wonder what the over/under on that would be?

[Baby Hawk]

Thanks to both of you for the great pics! Would either of you mind if I cropped a pic with Benson for my avitar?

[boomer76]

Once again the moderators were fortunate enough to be asked to join the Bengals at OTA's this year, I am posting some random pics with comments, if anyone is interested in seeing pictures of other players not shown or has questions on my impressions feel free to ask and I will try to accomidate your requests. Thank you to the Bengals and Bengals_Moderator for such an awesome day!

For those concerned about Palmers arm or arm strength........don't be!

http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/6411/p1010267t.jpg

Palmer to Caldwell...

http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/2151/p1010183f.jpg

Chris Henry...

http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/716/p1010187s.jpg

Coles...

http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/2020/p1010190y.jpg

Rey, Rey...

http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/1594/p1010221e.jpg

Michael Johnson...



Johnson, Sims, Tank...



These are a little big, I know that, but I am sizing them down from 12+ megapixels, so please bear with me.

http://img39.imageshack.us/img39/5507/111bte.jpg
http://img37.imageshack.us/img37/9242/256c.jpg
http://img39.imageshack.us/img39/4396/236i.jpg







Awesome pics, thanks both of you for posted it. The team looks pretty solid. Hope we have a big season!


We bleed in black & orange!!!


Who Dey!!!!!

[David From Cincy]

Thanks to both of you for the great pics! Would either of you mind if I cropped a pic with Benson for my avitar?


I don't mind, go for it.

[Fan_in_Kettering]

I am in absolute awe! That was wonderful!

[DennyG2]

Thanks to both of you for the great pics! Would either of you mind if I cropped a pic with Benson for my avitar?
Feel free to do so:thumbsup:

[DennyG2]

Marvin Lewis...
http://img34.imageshack.us/img34/1416/p1010301u.jpg

[DennyG2]

http://img34.imageshack.us/img34/9491/p1010126u.jpg

[DennyG2]

http://img34.imageshack.us/img34/7672/p1010211v.jpg

[CaptainCanada]

Marvin Lewis...
http://img34.imageshack.us/img34/1416/p1010301u.jpg

I swear you look the exact same in every pick Denny :what:

[FletcherSmith]

I only hope he doesn't have the intellect level of lynch, because if he does then we are screwed. :lol:

Cedric Benson is obviously not a dummy. There don't seem to be many dummies on this team. That's a good thing.

[junglegrowler]

Awesome pics, thanks for sharing!

[34inXXIII]

I have to say this about Benson: there didn't seem to be anyone on that field more happy to be there than Cedric. I have to admit that I've been critical of our featured back previously, particularly for comments made comparing Houston's franchise to ours, but it was a tremendous revelation seeing him personally this week.

Some of the pics we've seen here were from a play action drill the QBs were running in one of the end zones. Rookie Billy Farris short-armed one of his play action fakes, which prompted the coaches to emphasize that issue to him (he did much better thereafter). Nearby, Benson was showing off his own play fake technique. I think it was Denny who humorously wondered aloud if a position change was in Cedric's future. He turned towards Denny and David and gave a huge smile. From behind the goal posts, I declared "Wildcat!" This time, Cedric turned my way, flashed the same big smile and pointed at me as if to say 'we're going to have some fun'.

Eventually, Cedric actually got in line with the QBs to go through the actual drill. Following is the pictures of his play fake which, unknown to me until I looked at the pics later, features Carson rushing the quarterback.

http://csicable.net/~bengalsmessageboard/images/benson_playaction1.JPG
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http://csicable.net/~bengalsmessageboard/images/benson_playaction2.JPG
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http://csicable.net/~bengalsmessageboard/images/benson_playaction3.JPG
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http://csicable.net/~bengalsmessageboard/images/benson_playaction5.JPG
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You go to an event like this and there's so many people you want to see and things you want to do, yet it's what you don't anticipate that really stands out. Yeah, meeting Carson Palmer was a tremendous experience and he's every bit the genuine, respectful individual he's made out to be. However, the players that made the biggest impact on me the last 2 years are Bobbie Williams last year, who was equally as friendly and outgoing this year, and Cedric Benson in 2009. I've never been a bigger Benson fan than I am right now.

[USMC/Ret.]

http://img34.imageshack.us/img34/7672/p1010211v.jpg

Been awhile since i've been on, but the wife called me out to the computer to show me how lucky some guy on facebook was getting such awesome Bengals pics. I came around the corner and said that's Shawn's boss Dennyg from the message boards. Cool pic's!!

[bgdabengal]

how was bernard scott looking?

i like that benson was practicing wild cat!!

WOO!!!

WHO DEY!!!

[34inXXIII]

how was bernard scott looking?

i like that benson was practicing wild cat!!

WOO!!!

WHO DEY!!!
LOL....I should probably clear that up a bit for fear that I may be seen as giving something away. B) He may very well have been just having a little fun by jumping in to the play action drill. He was there to catch passes for the QBs out of that drill first and foremost. We saw no wildcat formations or any kind of formal practice of the wildcat. I would not be surprised, though, if Benson spearheaded that formation for us should be choose to employ it. :smirk:

[Aether]

I swear you look the exact same in every pick Denny :what:

He wasn't really there - that's just a cardboard cutout! :lol:

Joking, of course. :smirk:

I have to say this about Benson: there didn't seem to be anyone on that field more happy to be there than Cedric. I have to admit that I've been critical of our featured back previously, particularly for comments made comparing Houston's franchise to ours, but it was a tremendous revelation seeing him personally this week.

Some of the pics we've seen here were from a play action drill the QBs were running in one of the end zones. Rookie Billy Farris short-armed one of his play action fakes, which prompted the coaches to emphasize that issue to him (he did much better thereafter). Nearby, Benson was showing off his own play fake technique. I think it was Denny who humorously wondered aloud if a position change was in Cedric's future. He turned towards Denny and David and gave a huge smile. From behind the goal posts, I declared "Wildcat!" This time, Cedric turned my way, flashed the same big smile and pointed at me as if to say 'we're going to have some fun'.

Eventually, Cedric actually got in line with the QBs to go through the actual drill. Following is the pictures of his play fake which, unbeknownst to me until I looked at the pics later, features Carson rushing the quarterback.


Our two secret weapons - Benson at QB, Palmer at DE! :eek:

Thank you to all the mods who have posted their insights and pictures (despite evoking just the tiniest bit of envy :tongue:). It's great to see and hear some "behind-the-scenes" type stuff, and even while they are just static pictures, gives a good idea of what's going on, and has me excited! It's really appreciated!

[bleed/org&blk]

Everyday I'm falling more in love with this team and even more in love with it's players.

[Alias]

Everyday I'm falling more in love with this team and even more in love with it's players.

Meeeee tooooooo :excited:

http://www.edinformatics.com/inventions_inventors/Kool-AidMan.jpg

[BANJAXED]

Everyday I'm falling more in love with this team and even more in love with it's players.

just no stalking, cool? ;)

[bleed/org&blk]

just no stalking, cool? ;)

I don't know, the more they keep talking about Cedric Benson?:hmm: Joking of course or am I? :lol:

[FletcherSmith]

Marvin and the defense...

http://img12.imageshack.us/img12/9693/p1010239o.jpg

Carson...

http://img12.imageshack.us/img12/4727/p1010240j.jpg

Benson...

http://img12.imageshack.us/img12/8262/p1010262l.jpg

Dhani Tackles the Globe...

http://img12.imageshack.us/img12/2302/p1010219jhn.jpg

I'm not one to shower praise lightly, but I really can't be effusive enough in saying what great shots these are. It's really a photo-essay showing the way in which the personnel of this team has grown. It's a different team - bigger, smarter, more athletic, more focused, and seems like more of an NFL team, rather than a bunch of guys being big fish in a small pond. Excellent work.

[wilson]

I have to say this about Benson: there didn't seem to be anyone on that field more happy to be there than Cedric. I have to admit that I've been critical of our featured back previously, particularly for comments made comparing Houston's franchise to ours, but it was a tremendous revelation seeing him personally this week.

You go to an event like this and there's so many people you want to see and things you want to do, yet it's what you don't anticipate that really stands out. Yeah, meeting Carson Palmer was a tremendous experience and he's every bit the genuine, respectful individual he's made out to be. However, the players that made the biggest impact on me the last 2 years are Bobbie Williams last year, who was equally as friendly and outgoing this year, and Cedric Benson in 2009. I've never been a bigger Benson fan than I am right now.


Glad to hear it, 34. I suppose the comments by Cedric were all part of the negotiating process. In the end, he signed with us when he had other options. :thumbsup:

Thanks for the info. This thread just keeps getting better and better. See you later.

[spazz70]

Here are a couple more for you Trina...
http://img5.imageshack.us/img5/4617/p1010144t.jpg

http://img5.imageshack.us/img5/2869/p1010188fry.jpg

Is that stool there in place of Ochocinco??

[wilson]

Is that stool there in place of Ochocinco??
No, it would be closer to the bench, off the field. :thumbsup:

[spazz70]

BTW Denny how tall are you...the pics with players makes them look like NBA players...lol...j/k

[DennyG2]

BTW Denny how tall are you...the pics with players makes them look like NBA players...lol...j/k
Well I am obviously not very tall, combined with the playyers being very tall for the most part, makes me look that much smaller.

...by the way, for what it is worth, my shoe size is a 14 1/2:thumbsup:

[Alias]

Well I am obviously not very tall, combined with the playyers being very tall for the most part, makes me look that much smaller.

...by the way, for what it is worth, my shoe size is a 14 1/2:thumbsup:

:what: Can I call you Ronald? :lol: J/K

[Truck_1_0_1_]

BTW Denny how tall are you...the pics with players makes them look like NBA players...lol...j/k
lol I was just about to ask that

(And I'm not trying to be rude either!)

[34inXXIII]

BTW Denny how tall are you...the pics with players makes them look like NBA players...lol...j/k
I won't say Denny is short, but I did see him standing under a kicking tee to get a close up of Shayne Graham. :ninja:

[wilson]

Well I am obviously not very tall, combined with the playyers being very tall for the most part, makes me look that much smaller.

...by the way, for what it is worth, my shoe size is a 14 1/2:thumbsup:

And a size 2 hat...

















...sorry, I couldn't resist, you left it wide open...:lol:

[DennyG2]

I won't say Denny is short, but I did see him standing under a kicking tee to get a close up of Shayne Graham. :ninja:
Just when I thought we were good friends...<_<

[Bonnie Bengal]

For me personally, the positive was no mention of 2 players, Chad and TJ, this team has clearly moved on from their antics, and has a very talented WR squad no matter if Chad shows up or not.

The negative, I know I am known as a homer, but I cannot think of anything this year that wasn't anything but positive. Trust me, this team has fun together and for the most part, the malcontents and cancers are gone (except one). This has clearly become Palmer's team;)

That's great news, and it's what we needed. If every player on the team had Palmer's attitude, we would win it all.

[DennyG2]

That's great news, and it's what we needed. If every player on the team had Palmer's attitude, we would win it all.
You couldn't be more right Bonnie!:thumbsup:

[wilson]

Just when I thought we were good friends...<_<

http://www.superslab.org/images/263_businessmen_knife_in_back_hg_wht.gif

[DennyG2]

http://www.superslab.org/images/263_businessmen_knife_in_back_hg_wht.gif
He can certainly make you feel that way at timesMellow

[Alias]

http://www.superslab.org/images/263_businessmen_knife_in_back_hg_wht.gif

We need to get a picture of Ryan Seacrest and Colbert doing that and we'll be golden.

[34inXXIII]

http://www.superslab.org/images/263_businessmen_knife_in_back_hg_wht.gif

http://csicable.net/~bengalsmessageboard/images/serious.jpg

:smirk:

[DennyG2]

Back to the topic of this thread...

http://img30.imageshack.us/img30/3093/p1010210q.jpg

[Dricis]

Back to the topic of this thread...

http://img30.imageshack.us/img30/3093/p1010210q.jpg

whit looks pretty good in that pic, looks like he's lost some weight since i saw him at training camp last year. Maybe losing a bit to be faster?

[CaptainCanada]

http://csicable.net/~bengalsmessageboard/images/serious.jpg

:smirk:

That's not one of our moderators is it? Because that's an awesome picture :lol:

[fumblerooski]

I have to say this about Benson: there didn't seem to be anyone on that field more happy to be there than Cedric. I have to admit that I've been critical of our featured back previously, particularly for comments made comparing Houston's franchise to ours, but it was a tremendous revelation seeing him personally this week.

Some of the pics we've seen here were from a play action drill the QBs were running in one of the end zones. Rookie Billy Farris short-armed one of his play action fakes, which prompted the coaches to emphasize that issue to him (he did much better thereafter). Nearby, Benson was showing off his own play fake technique. I think it was Denny who humorously wondered aloud if a position change was in Cedric's future. He turned towards Denny and David and gave a huge smile. From behind the goal posts, I declared "Wildcat!" This time, Cedric turned my way, flashed the same big smile and pointed at me as if to say 'we're going to have some fun'.

Eventually, Cedric actually got in line with the QBs to go through the actual drill. Following is the pictures of his play fake which, unknown to me until I looked at the pics later, features Carson rushing the quarterback.

http://csicable.net/~bengalsmessageboard/images/benson_playaction1.JPG
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http://csicable.net/~bengalsmessageboard/images/benson_playaction2.JPG
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http://csicable.net/~bengalsmessageboard/images/benson_playaction3.JPG
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http://csicable.net/~bengalsmessageboard/images/benson_playaction4.JPG
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http://csicable.net/~bengalsmessageboard/images/benson_playaction5.JPG
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You go to an event like this and there's so many people you want to see and things you want to do, yet it's what you don't anticipate that really stands out. Yeah, meeting Carson Palmer was a tremendous experience and he's every bit the genuine, respectful individual he's made out to be. However, the players that made the biggest impact on me the last 2 years are Bobbie Williams last year, who was equally as friendly and outgoing this year, and Cedric Benson in 2009. I've never been a bigger Benson fan than I am right now.


I liked this set of pics a lot. Thanks for sharing all your pics in this thread too. Enjoying them immensely!

[Aether]

http://csicable.net/~bengalsmessageboard/images/benson_playaction1.JPG
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http://csicable.net/~bengalsmessageboard/images/benson_playaction2.JPG
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http://csicable.net/~bengalsmessageboard/images/benson_playaction3.JPG

You also got a bit of Jordan Palmer practicing his PA fake on the right there! They're pretty much in sync, too!

http://img14.imageshack.us/img14/1594/232bpi.jpg
http://img13.imageshack.us/img13/3982/233x.jpg

Bit of miscommunication there! I love Purify looking back, being all "where's the ball?" and the ball is all the way by that... cooler?

[fumblerooski]

http://img20.imageshack.us/img20/8359/218u.jpg
http://img40.imageshack.us/img40/7140/219g.jpg
http://img189.imageshack.us/img189/1212/220p.jpg

Okay, best thread ever in the two years I've been frequenting these boards. I don't know how many times I can say thanks for sharing all these, but thanks again to yall! :rock on:

[eoxyod]

Well I am obviously not very tall, combined with the playyers being very tall for the most part, makes me look that much smaller.

...by the way, for what it is worth, my shoe size is a 14 1/2:thumbsup:
So that means you have a huge....thumbsupMellow
That's not one of our moderators is it? Because that's an awesome picture :lol:

It's 34

[DennyG2]

http://img36.imageshack.us/img36/6587/p1010266.jpg

[wilson]

Any pictures of the cheerleaders, Denny? I mean it's only fair. They work hard, too, ya know.

[DennyG2]

http://img36.imageshack.us/img36/6727/p1010347t.jpg

[lolcats]

Hey, Denny and the moderators good work:rock on: and thanks for the pics:thumbsup:

How did the O-line look, like did they have good chemistry? Also how did they handle blitzes if they were any.

[BennyBengals]

I saw a pic of Chase Coffman there Denny but i forgot to ask?

Was he training at all or was he mostly stretching/watching?

[ishouldbegm]

when do i get invited and when do I get my picture taken at press conference?

[bengal_prideforlife]

Marvin Lewis...
http://img34.imageshack.us/img34/1416/p1010301u.jpgMan Denny, I think I could totally fit you in my pocket HAHAHA :lol::tongue:

[DennyG2]

I saw a pic of Chase Coffman there Denny but i forgot to ask?

Was he training at all or was he mostly stretching/watching?
This was pretty much his day...
http://img38.imageshack.us/img38/6880/p1010198u.jpg

[Bengal Dude]

This was pretty much his day...
http://img38.imageshack.us/img38/6880/p1010198u.jpg

I can't wait to see him play.

[BennyBengals]

I can't wait to see him play.

Same , ithink in 2010/2011 he's going to be a really strong Dallas Clark/Heath Miller type guy!

[Bengal Dude]

Same , ithink in 2010/2011 he's going to be a really strong Dallas Clark/Heath Miller type guy!

Exactly. Carson will finally have that TE. Been a long time coming.

[eliminate08]

This was pretty much his day...
http://img38.imageshack.us/img38/6880/p1010198u.jpg

Thanks guys again for these great pics. This is the best thread i have ever seen on this
message board and that is saying alot since i lurked for years on this board before i joined.

:rock on:

One thing i want to say about Coffman. I watched him play a year or two ago and was like,
man, i would like to see that guy in stripes.

Then look what happens. I also said the same of Rey of course but never expected that to
happen. What a great offseason!

Things are looking up people!:Tigerdance:

[austrianpine]

For me personally, the positive was no mention of 2 players, Chad and TJ, this team has clearly moved on from their antics, and has a very talented WR squad no matter if Chad shows up or not.

The negative, I know I am known as a homer, but I cannot think of anything this year that wasn't anything but positive. Trust me, this team has fun together and for the most part, the malcontents and cancers are gone (except one). This has clearly become Palmer's team;)

I know this sounds "awkward", but that's exactly what I wanted to hear or what I was hoping you would say.
It is truly great to hear from someone who was there that the players are "having fun", are "a team" vs a bunch of individuals.
Thank you again for your insight

[Who2Dey]

whit looks pretty good in that pic, looks like he's lost some weight since i saw him at training camp last year. Maybe losing a bit to be faster?

I see Whit at the grocery store every once in a while, and that guy makes his Escalade look small.

[austrianpine]

Benson is solid as a freakin' rock.

Thank You too David for sharing the pics.:thumbsup:

[BANJAXED]

I see Whit at the grocery store every once in a while, and that guy makes his Escalade look small.

Which Kroger? I have seen a few at the one in Mason and some at the one in Kenwood when I lives there? :nervous:

[David From Cincy]

This was pretty much his day...
http://img38.imageshack.us/img38/6880/p1010198u.jpg

I have about a dozen from his drills.

[bgdabengal]

yea i guess your right.. maybe he was just having fun.. but wc is exciting so.. i wanna see it, if we're able to do it well :P

[Bengal Dude]

I have about a dozen from his drills.

Care to share?

[David From Cincy]

Care to share?
http://img192.imageshack.us/img192/8349/162x.jpg
http://img33.imageshack.us/img33/5949/163z.jpg
http://img195.imageshack.us/img195/2548/164a.jpg
http://img188.imageshack.us/img188/7788/165k.jpg
http://img43.imageshack.us/img43/2827/166lha.jpg
http://img38.imageshack.us/img38/222/167v.jpg

[Bengal Dude]

Sweet pics David.

[The Bengal Thing]

I tried to read through all of this... but the pics are SO big (and AWESOME) it's hard to follow.

Did anyone have anything to say about Simpson on this day?

Thanks

[DennyG2]

I tried to read through all of this... but the pics are SO big (and AWESOME) it's hard to follow.

Did anyone have anything to say about Simpson on this day?

Thanks
Here you go "TBT"
http://img46.imageshack.us/img46/2165/p1010180.jpg

[Who2Dey]

Which Kroger? I have seen a few at the one in Mason and some at the one in Kenwood when I lives there? :nervous:

Hyde Park.

[Who2Dey]

i forget where I left off in this thread. Was it explained why Coffman was working by himself to the side?

[DennyG2]

i forget where I left off in this thread. Was it explained why Coffman was working by himself to the side?
I believe he is finishing healing from a broken foot during the season last year, which is why he dropped in the draft.

[wilson]

Thanks for the additional pics and information. Pretty cool. :thumbsup:

[Bengalzona]

Thanks for sharing all the pics mods! You guys are awesome!


BTW - Johnson looks like a physical freak. I mean that in a good way. I see why he blocked all those kicks in college!

[CaptainCanada]

I believe he is finishing healing from a broken foot during the season last year, which is why he dropped in the draft.

Yeah, he had surgery in January so he's just finishing up rehab, he should be in pads by training camp.

[The Bengal Thing]

Here you go "TBT"


How did he look!??

[ralvarado]

Denny,

I must say, this is one of the best threads I have seen on this site. Phenomenal pictures. I can sense the excitement from members of this site. I know it sounds weird, but you can almost see the new work ethic and "fun" the guys are having on the field through these pictures. This team seems determined. That is something that you cannot teach or coach. It has to come from a team that has a goal in mind and the will to achieve it. I'm glad I moved into club seats this year.

I really appreciate your answers to everyone's questions and insight as to the mood.

How was the O-line functioning? In one of the pictures, it almost seems like Whitworth was giving a lesson/instruction to Livings. Others were listening in. Did you get the sense that Whitworth is leading that O-line?

[Bring Back Sam88]

Thanks to you both for the awesome photos. Denny, I noticed you said you didn't see anything negative. Did you see Brat there? What was your impression?

[Eleden]

:denny: :denny:
:denny: :denny:

[Stewy]

How did he look!??

He looked :denny:

[caesarrodneybengal]

Awesome pictures guys!

Any pictures of Graham and how did he look kicking?

[bfine32]

I hear Bengal's OTA Mod day is the main reason Chad skipped OTAs. Nice pictures.

[jace4655]

This is a question I've always wanted to ask:

What is the fieldturf like at Paul Brown Stadium? Is there even a comparsion between it and grass? Or is it completely different?
I live in tampa and i am over at the Tropicana Field at least once or twice a month walking on the field turf. And i have to say that although it does not fill just like grass i personally believe that it would be better to play on. It fills like you are walking on a 3" cushion. The worst part about field turf is that when you are done walking on it you have pieces of tire everywhere. One time after walking on the field i came home and took a shower right after and once i was done in the bottom of the shower was a bunch of pieces of black rubber.

[Alias]

I live in tampa and i am over at the Tropicana Field at least once or twice a month walking on the field turf. And i have to say that although it does not fill just like grass i personally believe that it would be better to play on. It fills like you are walking on a 3" cushion. The worst part about field turf is that when you are done walking on it you have pieces of tire everywhere. One time after walking on the field i came home and took a shower right after and once i was done in the bottom of the shower was a bunch of pieces of black rubber.

I went to a Ray Guy Kicking Academy thing at Tulane university where they used the stuff you're talking about (I think). The field was really bouncy and comfortable to play on (or kick off of, at least lol) but you did have little bits of black rubber flying around at times.

[The Bengal Thing]

He looked :denny:

WOW!!!!

This is the best answer I will get to how Simpson looked?

I have never been so low on my impression of these boards than at this very moment.

;)

[Bear]

Great stuff Denny much respect my friend

[Stewy]

WOW!!!!

This is the best answer I will get to how Simpson looked?

I have never been so low on my impression of these boards than at this very moment.

;)

Sorry I wasnt there so I couldn't give you a real answer. hehe

[Clark W Griswold]

Great pics guys - thanks for sharing.

I could always tell Jordan and Carson apart but in that picture with their helmets on I had to look at their #s. Maybe we could trade "Carson" and get a 1st rounder then just tell the real Carson that his name is now Jordan.

We need a picture of Denny next to Michael Johnson! I think his neck may be longer than Denny's legs. :denny: