The Cincinnati Bengals have fallen into a disturbing pattern. They make their first pick each year in the draft and more often than not fail to sign the pick until after the summer training camp begins.
Ki Jana Carter didn't sign until the Bengals were two games into the pre-season. He was in the game for only a handful of plays before he injured his knee.
Carter never made an impact on the Bengals. There have been others, Akili Smith, David Klingler and Jack Thompson to name a few.
Recently, they have been drafting players that fall below their anticipated ability because of behavior. This strategy has saved the penny-pinching ownership money but has not translated into success on the field.
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About Me
- Gary Schatz
- I am a freelance writer. I've covered the Cincinnati Reds, Bengals and others since 1992. I have a background in sales as well. I've sold consumer electronics, advertising and consumer package goods for companies ranging from the now defunct Circuit City to Procter&Gamble. I have worked as a stats operator for Xavier University, the University of Cincinnati, the College of Mount St. Joe and Colerain High School.
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