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| The Bengals defense was able to create some turnovers (24) and score some points (three touchdowns), but was middle of the pack in points and yards allowed. The defense was improved some over the past few seasons, though. Linebacker Keith Rivers was injured early in the year, but looked like the real deal before getting hurt. And the Bengals used a second-round pick on Rey Maualuga, giving the Bengals two young and talented linebackers. These guys could be big-time trouble for opposing defenses for years to come. The Bengals need to improve their pass rush, though. They had just 17 sacks last season. Ends Robert Geathers and Antwan Odom need to really get after it this season. The Bengals secondary has some talented playmakers in Leon Hall and Johnathan Joseph. Hall had three interceptions, including one that he returned for a touchdown. The Bengals special teams didn't do a whole lot last season. They'll be looking for someone to step up during training camp.
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The Bengals have a little upside as a spot starter. They are making steady improvements and have some potential for sacks and interceptions. Cincy isn't the walkover defense of the past few seasons. They could be worth a waiver wire pickup for fantasy teams. |
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| James Walker, of ESPN.com, reports Cincinnati Bengals LB Rey Maualuga, who pleaded guilty to drunken driving earlier this month, is not expected to miss the start of the team's offseason program March 29, a source said Wednesday, Feb. 17. Maualuga soon will check into the Betty Ford Rehabilitation Center. The date hasn't been finalized, according to the source. However, barring any unexpected setbacks, Maualuga will have enough time to return to Cincinnati and join his teammates by the end of March. |
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| C. Trent Rosecrans, of Cincinnati Sports News, reports Cincinnati Bengals defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer said the team is considering moving LB Rey Maualuga back inside to middle linebacker from the strongside linebacker spot he played as a rookie. 'We've had discussions on that, I think he's a football player. He played really good where he was,' Zimmer said. 'Do we mess up, put him in the middle, Dhani (Jones) outside, and how does that hurt us one way or another? There's a lot of variables. Do we make these changes and hope we're better, or do we stay status quo. We'll work him some there. It's not just about him, but him. Can we count on him?' |
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| Continuing an ongoing storyline, ESPN reports Cincinnati Bengals LB Rey Maualuga will go to rehab at the Betty Ford Center in California for at least a month. |
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| James Walker, of ESPN.com, reports Cincinnati Bengals LB Rey Maualuga is expected to meet with NFL officials Wednesday, Feb. 3, to discuss his arrest for driving under the influence and careless driving, according to a source. Any possible discipline is not expected to come down Wednesday. |
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| WLWT.com reports Cincinnati Bengals LB Rey Maualuga pleaded guilty Tuesday, Feb. 2, to driving under the influence. Maualuga was arrested early Friday, Jan. 29, after hitting a parking meter and parked cars. Maualuga was sentenced to seven days in jail, which were suspended, and two years on probation. Maualuga must attend alcohol counseling, had his driver's license suspended for 90 days and pay restitution to the owners of the cars he damaged and $350 in fines. |
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| Joe Reedy, of The Cincinnati Enquirer, reports Cincinnati Bengals LB Rey Maualuga apologized to the Bengals organization and their fans on his Twitter page for being arrested for driving under the influence and careless driving. He said he will learn from the situation and will work on gaining the trust he lost back. |
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| Geoff Hobson, of Bengals.com, reports Cincinnati Bengals LB Rey Maualuga is facing up to a $50,000 fine from the NFL for his arrest on driving under the influence and careless driving charges Friday, Jan. 29. It is the first time Maualuga has had an alcohol-related vilation, which usually costs a player a fine of two game checks. |
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| The Associated Press reports Cincinnati Bengals LB Rey Maualuga has been arrested on charges of driving under the influence and reckless driving. Police spokesman Spike Jones said Maualuga hit two parked cars as well as a parking meter with his car Friday, Jan. 29. |
| Fantasy Impact: This could result in a league suspension. Stay tuned. |
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| James Walker, of ESPN.com, reports Cincinnati Bengals LB Rey Maualuga (ankle) will not need surgery on his ankle, and his recovery time is approximately six weeks. |
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| The Cincinnati Bengals have announced they have placed LB Rey Maualuga (ankle) on Injured Reserve, ending his 2009 season. |
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Injury Concern.