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Sep 1 2010 - Carson Palmer
QB Carson Palmer has had a better preseason than last year, where he missed almost all of it due to an ankle injury. He's very comfortable with his receivers and has done a nice job distributing the ball. One underrated aspect that Palmer showed improvement in last year was his ability to scramble out of the pocket and get some extra yards instead of forcing the ball.

Sep 1 2010 - Evan Mathis
OG Evan Mathis is also seeing time at center. Kyle Cook has been hampered by injuries the past couple weeks.

Sep 1 2010 - Mike Nugent
K Mike Nugent made a 54-yard field goal against Buffalo to take the lead in the kicking derby. It was also the Bengals longest field goal since 2002.

Sep 1 2010 - Fui Vakapuna
FB Fui Vakapuna has not played in a preseason game due to a shoulder injury. He might be placed on injured reserve.

Sep 1 2010 - Jordan Palmer
QB Jordan Palmer has thrown three interceptions in the preseason, two of them have been returned for touchdowns.

Sep 1 2010 - Quan Cosby
WR Quan Cosby solidified his chances of making the roster with a 55-yard reception during the fourth quarter against Buffalo.

Sep 1 2010 - Marvin White
S Marvin White got the start less than a week after signing. It wasn't a good start though as he was whistled for roughing the passer on the opening play.

Sep 1 2010 - Morgan Trent
CB Morgan Trent's three interceptions in the Aug. 20 game against Philadelphia only marked the second time since 1995 that a player has picked off three passes in a preseason game.

Sep 1 2010 - Pacman Jones
CB Adam Jones looks like a different player and is the most motivated he's been since his rookie season in Tennessee. Besides having the inside track on being the nickel corner, he could win both the kick and punt return jobs. He has two punt returns over 20 yards and two kick returns over 40.

Sep 1 2010 - Jermaine Gresham
TE Jermaine Gresham isn't getting much attention. Everyone talks about Terrell Owens and slot receiver Jordan Shipley, but no one will have a bigger impact on the offense than the first-round pick. Not since the days of Dan Ross have the Bengals had a tight end who is able to stretch the field along with being a big target in the end zone.

Aug 30 2010 - Maurice Purify
WR Maurice Purify has been suspended for the first game of the 2010 season by the NFL. Purify was suspended as a result of his offseason arrest for his involvement in a fight at a bar in Kentucky.

Aug 30 2010 - Tom Nelson
S Tom Nelson went on the physically unable to perform list as he continues to rehab from offseason knee surgery. He was injured in the regular-season finale against the Jets in 2009. He could be activated or placed on injured reserve after Week 6 of the regular season.

Aug 29 2010 - Marvin White
S Marvin White, six days after being signed, got the start in the preseason game against Buffalo. He started due to injuries to Roy Williams and Chinedum Ndukwe.

Aug 29 2010 - Mike Nugent
K Mike Nugent made a 54-yard field goal against Buffalo, for his first make in two attempts.

Aug 29 2010 - Pacman Jones
CB Adam Jones looks to have the inside track to the team's kickoff return spot. He is averaging 34 yards on six returns and has two over 40 yards.

Aug 29 2010 - Andrew Mitchell
OT Andrew Mitchell, who suffered a knee injury in the Aug. 15 win over Denver, was waived/injured but reverted to injured reserve when he wasn't claimed.

Aug 29 2010 - Gibril Wilson
S Gibril Wilson, who tore the ACL/MCL in his knee in the Aug. 20 win over Philadelphia, was placed on injured reserve.

Aug 29 2010 - Gibril Wilson
S Gibril Wilson suffered a torn ACL and MCL was was officially placed on season-ending injured reserve.

Aug 26 2010 - Andrew Mitchell
OT Andrew Mitchell (knee) was placed on injured reserve by the Bengals.

Aug 25 2010 - Chris Rodgers
OT Chris Rodgers (Ohio University) was signed by Cincinnati.

Aug 24 2010 - Chad Ochocinco
WR Chad Ochocinco was fined $25,000 for violating the league's policy about in-game tweeting, according to NFL Network's Jason La Canfora. The league assessed the fine for using an electronic device during a game and for posting a message on a social media site during a game.

Aug 22 2010 - Antwan Odom
DE Antwan Odom has dropped over 20 pounds due to a virus during training camp. He also missed the Eagles game due to a knee issue.

Aug 22 2010 - Tom Nelson
S Tom Nelson (knee) remains on active PUP but there is a chance that he might practice this week.

Aug 22 2010 - Andrew Mitchell
OT Andrew Mitchell was waived by Cincinnati.

Aug 22 2010 - Marvin White
S Marvin White signed with the Bengals, who were looking for veteran depth after Gibril Wilson was lost for the season to a knee injury. White had his contract terminated by Detroit earlier in the week. This will be his second stint in Cincinnati, where he played from 2007-08 before spending time with Dallas and Detroit last season.

Aug 21 2010 - Gibril Wilson
S Gibril Wilson suffered a torn ACL and MCL in his left knee Friday against the Eagles. He's out for the season.

Aug 20 2010 - Terrell Owens
WR Terrell Owens sent an open letter to Bengals fans today. The Cincinnati Enquirer published it as follows: Dear Bengals Nation, Feb. 6, 2011 is now marked on my calendar with a big orange circle. As I joined the Cincinnati Bengals and continue my career I'm very excited with the opportunity to be in pursuit of the championship. First off, I'm thankful to Mike Brown and the Bengals organization for giving me another opportunity to play football. Second, I'm certain in life nothing is guaranteed � but for us to win the Super Bowl it will take a total team effort. Third, I'm promising you that the focus will be stronger than you've ever seen it. Life isn't always easy but it's the bumps along the way that makes you stronger. With my "me against the world" mentality as a young man, I've learned that life can be more challenging but I've matured. If it wasn't for the support of my grandmother and the love of my family and true friends, I would be lost. My faith, confidence and maturity keeps me strong and focused on more than just T.O. The Bengals are now my extended family and I look forward to learning more about your city, teammates, coaches and you all. This is my home and I'm happy to be in the Midwest. I'm confident in our team's chances of winning the title, so anything less than the playoffs is unacceptable to us. It will definitely take a fight but if my gut is correct, Who Dey Nation will be proud this season. I signed here for a reason. With hard work and unity, this team will restore power and respect. We're focused on playing in Texas on Feb. 6. Just take a look at my calendar, the date is saved. Let's make the Jungle roar this season! Yours truly, Terrell Owens aka T.O. aka "I'm Batman!"

Aug 20 2010 - Marvin White
DB Marvin White had his contract terminated by the Lions.

Aug 19 2010 - Marvin White
S Marvin White was waived Wednesday (Aug. 18).

Aug 17 2010 - Andre Smith
OT Andre Smith practiced for the first time in seven months Tuesday. The 2009 first-round pick has been battling weight and foot issues and has been working out three times per day.

Aug 17 2010 - Rey Maualuga
LB Rey Maualuga won't be suspended by the NFL for his DUI arrest in January, ESPN's Adam Schefter reported. However, NFL.com said he would be fined the equivalent of two game checks.

Aug 15 2010 - Dan Skuta
LB Dan Skuta is spending the next couple weeks at fullback. Even before the injury to Fui Vakapuna, the coaching staff has approached him about a possible switch. Skuta played running back in high school.

Aug 15 2010 - Jordan Shipley
WR Jordan Shipley continues to impress. He had a 63-yard punt return to set up the Bengals' lone score in their loss to Dallas and made some nice catches on deep routes during the final public practice of camp last Thursday.

Aug 12 2010 - Brian Leonard
RB Brian Leonard's foot injury suffered Sunday against Dallas was designated a sprain. He wasn't given a timeframe for his return. There are no torn ligaments or broken bones in the foot, he said.

Aug 11 2010 - Cordera Eason
RB Cordera Eason cleared waivers and was placed on injured reserve.

Aug 11 2010 - Andre Smith
OT Andre Smith has yet to practice with the Bengals. He is on the active PUP list due to complications from his February foot surgery and conditioning concerns, which has become a hot-button issue with coach Marvin Lewis. "Andre's doing OK. That's not a ... well, that's not a jumping jack. That's not a backflip; he's doing OK," Lewis told the Cincinnati Enquirer. "...He's being monitored hourly. I know he would help our offense had he been in here competing with Dennis (Roland) to play. But I'm not going to let the offense get held back waiting for Andre to figure it out." Smith is expected to be out 2-3 weeks but there are concerns that due to his weight and conditioning he might be placed on the PUP list to start the season, which would cause him to miss the first six games. Roland is taking reps with the first team at right tackle. Smith is being fined more than $31,000 for every week he isn't on the gameday roster and his weight is more than 350 pounds. "Andre's going to figure out how to become a pro and do things the way he's asked to do all the time. Hopefully he continues to do it in a timely fashion. Because otherwise, I'm not going to go through this year in and year out."

Aug 10 2010 - Cordera Eason
RB Cordera Eason was placed on injured waivers by the Bengals with a foot injury suffered in Sunday night's game.

Aug 10 2010 - James Johnson
RB James Johnson signed with Cincinnati. He was on the team's practice squad last season.

Aug 10 2010 - Brian Leonard
RB Brian Leonard (foot) suffered a significant injury in the preseason opener. The full extent of the injury isn't yet known as he is set to see a speciallist, according to the Cincinnati Enquirer.

Aug 8 2010 - Carlos Dunlap
DE Carlos Dunlap has missed a week due to a concussion.

Aug 8 2010 - Pacman Jones
CB Adam Jones had a solid week of practice in having to defend both Chad Ochocinco and Terrell Owens as well as seeing time at both return spots. He has also been seeing plenty of time with the first team due to an injury to Johnathan Joseph.

Aug 8 2010 - Geno Atkins
DT Geno Atkins continues to play well and has moved up to the second team.

Aug 8 2010 - Jordan Shipley
WR Jordan Shipley continues to see time as the slot receiver on the first team.

Aug 8 2010 - Brian Leonard
RB Brian Leonard is also listed as second-team fullback.

Aug 8 2010 - Geno Atkins
DT Geno Atkins continues to play well and has moved up to the second team.

Aug 8 2010 - Terrell Owens
WR Terrell Owens didn't actively participate in the team's tour of the Hall of Fame. He waited at the top of the spiral staircase while most of the team toured the museum. "It's not disrespect to any of the people in the Hall of Fame. I think that's something special. I'm going to leave that up to the day when I walk away from the game, I can bring my kids and experience it then with them. I want to have the full experience. Again, I didn't go any further than the spiral staircase yesterday."

Aug 8 2010 - Andre Smith
OT Andre Smith remains on the active PUP list with there still being the possibility that he could miss the first six games of the season.

Aug 3 2010 - Evan Mathis
CB Evan Mathis (undisclosed) was removed from the non-football injury list.

Aug 3 2010 - Leon Hall
CB Leon Hall (undisclosed) was removed from the non-football injury list.

Aug 2 2010 - Jermaine Gresham
TE Jermaine Gresham agreed to a five-year deal with Cincinnati. It's worth up to $18.55 million, according to the National Football Post. Gresham missed three days of workouts. Gresham had an impressive rookie minicamp and appears almost certain to be the starter on Sept. 12 at New England. Following the minicamp's five practices, coach Marvin Lewis was very pleased with Gresham's progress and development. "Jermaine comes here really being able to understand and learn the football portion of things ahead of where we expected it to be," Lewis said. "I think the things he was able to take away from here he should be able to come back in a couple of weeks and exhibit." Gresham said that the tempo of practices and what they did at Oklahoma were not that big of a change which has helped quicken the development process.