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Roy Tucker · 08-05-2011, 01:13 PM

I think the Bengals have lost their minds.... I hope Dalton has a good life insurance policy.

http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/201...ml?eref=sircrc

RichRed · 08-05-2011, 01:38 PM

Colin Cowherd (I know, I know) did a feature today where he summed up every NFL team in three words. For the Bengals, it was "Bag Over Head." A Bengals fan called in and said a better choice would've been "Need New Owner."

KoryMac5 · 08-05-2011, 01:51 PM

It's really a shame because this team does have some talent, Gresham, Simpson, Green, Dunlap, etc... are all good young players and fun to watch. However instead of adding to that talent Brown wastes it by signing has beens and have nots. If the Bengals would have shored up that O line like many have been begging him to do for the last 3-4 seasons I think this team would be capable of some exciting play. Unfortunately I don't think there is an insurance company out there foolish enough to risk putting a policy on young Andy Dalton.

Cedric · 08-05-2011, 03:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bucksfan2

Almost looks like a teaser bet. Vegas is good, they must see something us Bengals fans don't.

What was the over/under on Philly? I think they are over hyped and never will bet on Vick. Look at what he did when he got overhyped in ATL.

Eagles are at 10.5

MWM · 08-05-2011, 05:10 PM

Bengals at 7.5? Geez, I think I'll go put my life savings on the under. That's pretty much as sure a bet as there's ever been.

Oxilon · 08-05-2011, 05:44 PM

Yeah, I'm not really sure what Vegas is thinking. Hell, the Bengals didn't improve their horrible offensive line and now they're replacing Palmer with a rookie 2nd round draft pick.

Redhook · 08-05-2011, 08:22 PM

I'd put the Bengals realistic over/under at 4.5. Even if it was that low, I'd still take the under. They're going to redefine bad Bengal football this year. And that stinks because I so badly want a good team to watch and root for. Damn you Mike Brown.

Stray · 08-06-2011, 09:49 AM

I dunno, I think it's gonna be a bad year, but I also think it's a major move in the right direction. I'm glad Palmer won't be our QB. I'm glad TO is gone. I'm glad Ochocinco is gone (even though I appreciate the years he gave us).

I look at our playmakers on offense and I see a ton of young talent. Simpson, Shipley, Green, Caldwell, Gresham, and Scott. The big question is how Andy Dalton will do, but I'm okay with him and the other guys going through the rookie growing pains. I'd much rather get behind a team like that than I would the circus we've seen in recent years. The defense still has a lot of talent too, more than a lot of critics will ever really want to acknowledge. I look forward to seeing how Carlos Dunlap will perform in his 2nd year, he was an absolute beast in the second half of last season.

izzy's dad · 08-06-2011, 10:42 AM

Keep in mind that the Bengals play and amazingly easy schedule this year. If they can get back to running the ball with authority, playing solid defense, and cut down the turnovers they can win 8-9 games. I really like the Manny Lawson addition, and I think the offensive line will improve upon it's play last year. Green and Simpson are proving in camp that they can make plays. If Dalton can take care of the ball, and Benson stays healthy I see a team that will be much improved from a year ago.

forfreelin04 · 08-06-2011, 11:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by izzy's dad

Keep in mind that the Bengals play and amazingly easy schedule this year. If they can get back to running the ball with authority, playing solid defense, and cut down the turnovers they can win 8-9 games. I really like the Manny Lawson addition, and I think the offensive line will improve upon it's play last year. Green and Simpson are proving in camp that they can make plays. If Dalton can take care of the ball, and Benson stays healthy I see a team that will be much improved from a year ago.

I like your optimism. Their schedule is easy. I think you'll see Marvin Lewis in a more comfortable place no TOCHO show and no longer making excuses for the Brat. Could be an opportunity for him to truly have a "team" environment instead of stars and rest of the team.

I think they'll get killed by the Steelers and the Ravens (unless they just get a few bounces their way). However, other team's defenses won't have a ton of film to go on. Dalton is new; Gruden is new.

Optimistically... 8 wins, likely 6 to 7. With a few injuries, 3 to 5.

Playadlc · 08-06-2011, 12:09 PM

WillAnderson79When Carson Palmer comes back to play for Bengals "Thank Me Later!"

9 seconds ago

Interesting. He has tweeted this twice now.

forfreelin04 · 08-06-2011, 12:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Playadlc

WillAnderson79When Carson Palmer comes back to play for Bengals "Thank Me Later!"

9 seconds ago

Interesting. He has tweeted this twice now.

Amazing, if it happens. Shame is, Carson looked better the last few games of 2010 when he relied on no name receivers simply running their routes.

Personally, I could careless if its Palmer or Dalton so long as their competitive and not an embarrassment.

izzy's dad · 08-06-2011, 12:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Playadlc

WillAnderson79When Carson Palmer comes back to play for Bengals "Thank Me Later!"

9 seconds ago

Interesting. He has tweeted this twice now.

I do not want this to happen. It is time to turn a new leaf. Out with the old, in with the new I say.

BUTLER REDSFAN · 08-06-2011, 01:21 PM

His latest tweet now says its not happening

Tony Cloninger · 08-06-2011, 07:48 PM

Can tweeting be outlawed?

08-05-2011, 01:13 PM	#76
Roy Tucker Be the ball Join Date: May 2001 Location: Mason, OH Posts: 11,189	Re: How bad are the Bengals going to be next year? I think the Bengals have lost their minds.... I hope Dalton has a good life insurance policy. http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/201...ml?eref=sircrc __________________ The motel of lost companions Waits with heated pool and bar

08-05-2011, 01:38 PM	#77
RichRed My clutch is broken Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Virginia Beach, VA Posts: 3,617	Re: How bad are the Bengals going to be next year? Colin Cowherd (I know, I know) did a feature today where he summed up every NFL team in three words. For the Bengals, it was "Bag Over Head." A Bengals fan called in and said a better choice would've been "Need New Owner." __________________ "I can make all the stadiums rock." -Air Supply

08-05-2011, 01:51 PM	#78
KoryMac5 Kmac5 Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Waterloo, NY Posts: 3,661	Re: How bad are the Bengals going to be next year? It's really a shame because this team does have some talent, Gresham, Simpson, Green, Dunlap, etc... are all good young players and fun to watch. However instead of adding to that talent Brown wastes it by signing has beens and have nots. If the Bengals would have shored up that O line like many have been begging him to do for the last 3-4 seasons I think this team would be capable of some exciting play. Unfortunately I don't think there is an insurance company out there foolish enough to risk putting a policy on young Andy Dalton. __________________ If you have a losing record at Reds games, please stop going.

08-05-2011, 05:10 PM	#80
MWM Pre-tty, pre-tty good!! Join Date: Oct 2001 Posts: 12,196	Re: How bad are the Bengals going to be next year? Bengals at 7.5? Geez, I think I'll go put my life savings on the under. That's pretty much as sure a bet as there's ever been. __________________ Grape works as a soda. Sort of as a gum. I wonder why it doesn't work as a pie. Grape pie? There's no grape pie. - Larry David

08-05-2011, 05:44 PM	#81
Oxilon Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Philadelphia, PA Posts: 2,133	Re: How bad are the Bengals going to be next year? Yeah, I'm not really sure what Vegas is thinking. Hell, the Bengals didn't improve their horrible offensive line and now they're replacing Palmer with a rookie 2nd round draft pick. __________________ That hit was plenty fair. Atleast by a quarter of an inch. -Steve Stone

08-05-2011, 08:22 PM	#82
Redhook Miami Redhawks Join Date: May 2006 Location: Cincy Posts: 2,247	Re: How bad are the Bengals going to be next year? I'd put the Bengals realistic over/under at 4.5. Even if it was that low, I'd still take the under. They're going to redefine bad Bengal football this year. And that stinks because I so badly want a good team to watch and root for. Damn you Mike Brown. __________________ "....the two players I liked watching the most were Barry Larkin and Eric Davis. I was suitably entertained by their effortless skill that I didn't need them crashing into walls like a squirrel on a coke binge." - dsmith421 www.kylevoska.com - Golfer? Check out my blog for golf tips.

08-06-2011, 09:49 AM	#83
Stray Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Posts: 1,774	Re: How bad are the Bengals going to be next year? I dunno, I think it's gonna be a bad year, but I also think it's a major move in the right direction. I'm glad Palmer won't be our QB. I'm glad TO is gone. I'm glad Ochocinco is gone (even though I appreciate the years he gave us). I look at our playmakers on offense and I see a ton of young talent. Simpson, Shipley, Green, Caldwell, Gresham, and Scott. The big question is how Andy Dalton will do, but I'm okay with him and the other guys going through the rookie growing pains. I'd much rather get behind a team like that than I would the circus we've seen in recent years. The defense still has a lot of talent too, more than a lot of critics will ever really want to acknowledge. I look forward to seeing how Carlos Dunlap will perform in his 2nd year, he was an absolute beast in the second half of last season.

08-06-2011, 10:42 AM	#84
izzy's dad Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: South Charleston, Ohio Posts: 413	Re: How bad are the Bengals going to be next year? Keep in mind that the Bengals play and amazingly easy schedule this year. If they can get back to running the ball with authority, playing solid defense, and cut down the turnovers they can win 8-9 games. I really like the Manny Lawson addition, and I think the offensive line will improve upon it's play last year. Green and Simpson are proving in camp that they can make plays. If Dalton can take care of the ball, and Benson stays healthy I see a team that will be much improved from a year ago.

08-06-2011, 12:09 PM	#86
Playadlc Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Sellersburg, Indiana Posts: 2,260	Re: How bad are the Bengals going to be next year? WillAnderson79When Carson Palmer comes back to play for Bengals "Thank Me Later!" 9 seconds ago Interesting. He has tweeted this twice now. __________________ DLC11@Insightbb.com

08-06-2011, 01:21 PM	#89
BUTLER REDSFAN Member Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 1,195	Re: How bad are the Bengals going to be next year? His latest tweet now says its not happening

08-06-2011, 07:48 PM	#90
Tony Cloninger Member Join Date: Mar 2001 Posts: 5,253	Re: How bad are the Bengals going to be next year? Can tweeting be outlawed?

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