Feb. 10, 2012 3:22 p.m. - by Paul Dehner Jr. - LB Maualuga charged with assault LB Rey Maualuga has been charged with misdemeanor assault stemming from an incident Sunday morning when he allegedly punched the manager of a Cincinnati bar. It carries with it a maximum jail term of 180 days. Maualuga entered the league substance abuse program after a DUI in January 2010. Bengals RapidReports
Feb. 10, 2012 9:47 a.m. - by Paul Dehner Jr. - Report: LB Maualuga punched bar manager LB Rey Maualuga was involved in a fight and punched the manager of a downtown Cincinnati bar this weekend, according to a report from FOX-19 TV. The manager claims he was struck in the eye with a punch from Maualuga. Cincinnati police were investigating and no charges have been filed. Maualuga was previously arrested for DUI in January 2010. Bengals RapidReports
Feb. 09, 2012 6:36 p.m. - by Paul Dehner Jr. - Bengals top priorities among own FAs: No. 1 -- S Nelson A change of scenery changed the game for Reggie Nelson. He thrived under defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer after being traded away from Jacksonville and made four interceptions last year. He'll demand a hefty contract, but the Bengals like him and have plenty of cap space. Bengals RapidReports
Feb. 09, 2012 6:33 p.m. - by Paul Dehner Jr. - Bengals top priorities among own FAs: No. 2 -- DE Rucker Frostee Rucker is coming off a career year, setting personal best in tackles (60) and sacks (4). He did all that playing an average of just 28 snaps per game. The defensive line depth drove the team's top 10 defense. Re-signing the 28-year-old Rucker will help keep that intact. Bengals RapidReports
Feb. 09, 2012 6:31 p.m. - by Paul Dehner Jr. - Bengals top priorities among own FAs: No. 3 -- K Nugent Mike Nugent rebounded from his ACL injury to hit 33 of 38 field goals, including 14 of 16 from beyond 40 yards. He's proven trustworthy and clutch -- hitting two game-winners. The Bengals couldn't ask for anything more in a kicker. They need to lock him up. Bengals RapidReports
Feb. 09, 2012 6:04 p.m. - by Paul Dehner Jr. - Bengals top priorities among own FAs: No. 5 -- DT Sims It's not a coincidence that when DT Pat Sims went out for the year with an ankle injury in Week 12 the Bengals rush defense began to dissipate. He's a 330-pound physical run-stuffer and, at 26 years old, he's entering his prime. Bengals RapidReports
Feb. 08, 2012 12:30 p.m. - by Paul Dehner Jr. - Bengals top free agency targets by position: No. 3 -- RB RB Cedric Benson's time in Cincinnati appears to have run out. The team needs a top running back to play alongside the explosive, deep passing game with WR A.J. Green. The Bengals using the draft here would be the smart bet, but one snug fit exists in free agency: Oakland's Michael Bush. Bengals RapidReports
Feb. 08, 2012 12:27 p.m. - by Paul Dehner Jr. - Bengals top free agency targets by position: No. 2 -- OG Nate Livings was a major disappointment. Bobbie Williams likely won't be brought back at 35 years old. Drafting a guard in the first round and signing another in free agency would be the most likely scenario. Realistic options: Stanford G David DeCastro, Georgia G Cordy Glenn; Baltimore OG Ben Grubbs, among numerous others. Bengals RapidReports
Feb. 08, 2012 12:26 p.m. - by Paul Dehner Jr. - Bengals top free agency targets by position: No. 1 -- WR The search for the No. 2 receiver continues. With WR Jerome Simpson indicted on drug trafficking charges and no quality secondary option to A.J. Green on the roster, Cincinnati must find an upgrade at this position. The best bet will be in free agency with a deep crop of available players. Realistic options: Pierre Garcon, Mario Manningham, Robert Meachem. Bengals RapidReports
Jan. 27, 2012 3:24 p.m. - by Paul Dehner Jr. - Report: Defensive backs coach Coyle to become Dolphins' DC Bengals defensive backs coach Kevin Coyle has accepted a job as defensive coordinator of the Miami Dolphins, according to the Cincinnati Enquirer. Coyle spent 16 years as a coordinator at the college level and coached DBs in Cincinnati since 2001. Bengals RapidReports
Jan. 27, 2012 3:21 p.m. - by Paul Dehner Jr. - Death of former Bengals QB Greg Cook felt by organization Bengals President Mike Brown on the death of former QB Greg Cook, who passed away Friday at the age of 65 following a battle with pneumonia: "Greg was the single most talented player we've ever had with the Bengals. He was a good person whose company I enjoyed over all his years as a player and after that. I feel a great loss at his passing." Bengals RapidReports
Jan. 26, 2012 6:08 p.m. - by Paul Dehner Jr. - Tampa hire all but assures return of DC Zimmer Defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer interviewed for the head coach position in Miami and Tampa Bay. With both jobs now filled following the Buccaneers agreeing to terms with Greg Schiano, all signs point toward Zimmer returning for the final year of his contract with the Bengals. His defense has finished in the top seven two of the last three years. Bengals RapidReports
Jan. 26, 2012 2:01 p.m. - by Paul Dehner Jr. - Dalton absorbing positives of Pro Bowl Outside of the beautiful weather, QB Andy Dalton is soaking in the positives of being among four Bengals 24 years old or younger at the Pro Bowl. "For the four of us just to be around these guys that have been to a lot of Pro Bowls, it’s great,” Dalton told Bengals.com. “It gives us exposure; it gives us something to build off for the future.” Bengals RapidReports
Jan. 26, 2012 1:28 p.m. - by Paul Dehner Jr. - Possible Bengals target out of Senior Bowl Many early mock drafts have the Bengals targeting Nebraska CB Alfonzo Dennard. Unfortunately, the Bengals won't be able to see him play in Saturday's Senior Bowl since he suffered a hip pointer. His bowl coach, Vikings' Leslie Frazier, was impressed. "For the time that he was here, he did a good job," he said. "He showed that he could run and had good athleticism." Bengals RapidReports
Jan. 25, 2012 5:20 p.m. - by Paul Dehner Jr. - Report: Opening on Bengals staff Marvin Lewis said there's an opening on his staff right now, according to the Cincinnati Enquirer, and he wasn't referring to defensive backs coach Kevin Coyle, who interviewed for the Dolphins defensive coordinator position. Bengals RapidReports
Jan. 22, 2012 8:36 p.m. - by Paul Dehner Jr. - Three Bengals added to Pro Bowl roster QB Andy Dalton, DT Geno Atkins and TE Jermaine Gresham have been added to the AFC Pro Bowl roster. Dalton and Atkins were first alternates and Gresham a third alternate. The players were added to sub for New Englad Patriots players who were scheduled for the game but cannot play because their team is headed for the Super Bowl. Bengals RapidReports
Jan. 20, 2012 2:19 p.m. - by Paul Dehner Jr. - Brown sad about moving training camp President Mike Brown on moving training camp from Georgetown College to Paul Brown Stadium: "I will personally miss going away to camp very much. Georgetown is a special place for the Bengals and will remain so. The people we have worked with over the years have been unfailingly helpful and knowledgeable. They have become our dear friends and will remain so.” Bengals RapidReports
Jan. 20, 2012 1:45 p.m. - by Paul Dehner Jr. - Fans will have access to Paul Brown practices While the Bengals won't be at Georgetown College for training camp, they said fans will be allowed access not normally given during the season, as training camp practices take place at Paul Brown Stadium. The team said road trips to other sites are also being taken into consideration. Bengals RapidReports
Jan. 20, 2012 1:44 p.m. - by Paul Dehner Jr. - Lewis hopes to see fans who hadn't seen Bengals before Marvin Lewis on training camp moving from Georgetown College to Paul Brown Stadium: "Georgetown has been a great place for us, but this is the best way for our team to get ready for the 2012 regular season. We also hope to see some fans who maybe haven’t had a chance to see us at camp before." Bengals RapidReports
Jan. 20, 2012 1:27 p.m. - by Paul Dehner Jr. - Bengals move training camp to Paul Brown Stadium The Bengals are moving their training camp to Paul Brown Stadium after holding it at Georgetown College in Georgetown, Ky., the past 15 years. The lack of two-a-day practices and diminished attendance last year at the facility one hour south of Cincinnati made moving it to the team's home a more feasible model. Bengals RapidReports
Jan. 20, 2012 9:27 a.m. - by Tom James - Zimmer on list of Colts' HC candidates Add Bengals defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer to the list of head coaching candidates for the Colts. Indy was reportedly set to interview Saints offensive coordinator Pete Carmichael, Jr., Thursday night or Friday. Titans defensive coordinator Jerry Gray is also expected to talk to the Colts. Jim Caldwell was fired as coach on Tuesday. Colts RapidReports