Chris Henry and Reggie McNeal

[WhoDey93285]

Involved in the assault of a 16 year old boy. Per Channel 9 News at 12.

[HoosierCat]

Link:

http://www.wcpo.com/news/local/story.aspx?...d4-0c676af92d8d

Henry and McNeil deny it. At first glance it sounds pretty bizarre/lame to me...

[GregCook]

I don't know about lame. Odell's was lame and I thought so from the beginning. This one looks dangerous for both those guys.

[Sandwedge]

I'm just tired of the accusations!!! Marvin needs to put a bed in the boiler room at PBS for these guys.... That way when somebody accusses them they have proof they weren't there.... If the story has any validity then it's curtain for Henry and likel;y McNeil...

[GapControl]

the link isn`t coming up. anyone who can give me a brief synapsis?

nevermind, i got it now. all sounds a bit manufactured to me. what do you mean they were just walking down the street and some dudes jumped them? you didn`t do anything to provoke it? and you also realized, hey, these guys are pro football players that are beating on me.... hahaha. sounds fishy.

[bengal4life]

Let me guess Palmer was the white guy whaling on the kid.

This sounds like it's a copycat of Thurman's case to try and get some money.

[Spor_tees]

Let me guess Palmer was the white guy whaling on the kid.

This sounds like it's a copycat of Thurman's case to try and get some money.

Other than the fact that in the article a law enforcement official is quoted as seeing the injuries and commenting that "an assault definitely occurred."

The 16 year old was said to be an acquaintance of Chris Henry's little brother. Maybe something happened between Henry's brother and the kid, and Henry took it upon his own "thug" self to stick up for his brother. The thing that scares me the most about this is, Henry and McNeal hanging out together. Two knuckleheads who have both been troubled by drug problems hanging out together.

I just don't see any leopards changing their spots anytime soon.

[agreen_112]

Here we go again... This is a bunch of bulls**t.

[DC_Bengals_Fan]

Let me guess Palmer was the white guy whaling on the kid.

This sounds like it's a copycat of Thurman's case to try and get some money.

Other than the fact that in the article a law enforcement official is quoted as seeing the injuries and commenting that "an assault definitely occurred."

But I'm sure it was a Kenton County official, which means that Henry and McNeal are in the clear. =)

[The PatternMaster]

Let me guess Palmer was the white guy whaling on the kid.

This sounds like it's a copycat of Thurman's case to try and get some money.

Other than the fact that in the article a law enforcement official is quoted as seeing the injuries and commenting that "an assault definitely occurred."

The 16 year old was said to be an acquaintance of Chris Henry's little brother. Maybe something happened between Henry's brother and the kid, and Henry took it upon his own "thug" self to stick up for his brother. The thing that scares me the most about this is, Henry and McNeal hanging out together. Two knuckleheads who have both been troubled by drug problems hanging out together.

I just don't see any leopards changing their spots anytime soon.

Haven't the events of the past month taught you anything, mainly to wait until the FACTS & the TRUTH come out before you go jumping to conclusions regarding allegations against high profile athletes in small towns.

There is no proof other than some 16 year old who claimed a white guy hit him, how in the world that gets back to Henry and McNeal I don't know. Also if this can't tell you what kind of car it was that his alleged attacker pulled up in doesn't that make him less than credible, I guess he's waiting to see what kind of car Henry has before he says what kind of car it was.

This s**t is getting old and if you think Henry would jeopardize his football career and the livelyhood of his entire family to beat up a 16 year old then...well I seriously doubt Henry had anything to do with this after reading the article and the "alleged" acccount of what happened.

Police say the 16-year-old and an 18-year-old friend were walking along Wetherington Boulevard near Mt. Zion Road just after 11 p.m. Friday night when, they say a black Navigator or Escalade pulled up next to them.

According to the police report, a white male jumped out and started punching the 16-year-old in the face. Last time I checked Henry and McNeal are black, so why are they being accused of assault.

"From that, the victim tells us another gentleman got out of the vehicle the same vehicle and in their attempt to get away, was shoved to the ground by this African American gentleman," said Cloyd.

The teen identified that man as Bengals receiver Chris Henry, and says receiver Reggie McNeill was also in the vehicle. McNeal should counter-sue for slander, the local idiots are getting out of control.

The teen also alleges that they were throwing beer bottles at him as he tried to run away.

"Go away, we don't want to talk to you."

9News tried to talk to Chris Henry Tuesday night, but no one at his house wanted to talk to us.

Henry lives just a few blocks away from where police say the assault happened.

The victim's family tells 9News that the teen knows Henry and knows his vehicle because he lives in the neighborhood and was friends with Henry's younger brother. I seriously doubt Henry knows this kid, the kid "knows" Henry like we all know Henry, by seeing him on TV and maybe around town.

Police questioned Henry Tuesday afternoon and are taking this allegation very seriously. Of they are, they would bust Henry for spitting on the sidewalk if they could, hell the county DA already showed his prejudice and contempt for Henry by calling him a "low-life".

Come Friday another alleged assault accusation will be uncovered as nothing more than a poor attempt to extort money from a high profile athlete who has a history of trouble with the law, some people are so pathetic.

[DesperateDerelict]

Fear & Loathing in the NFL, Part LCXVIII - It has gotten to the point that anybody labeled a trouble-maker in the NFL had better stay at home 24/7 - with a witness - unless there's a team activity.

One of Chris Henry's problem has ALWAYS been his entourage - his extended family and friend who relocated here after Katrina. I firmly believe his 'posse' is capable of this, and a lot worse.

Once again, it doesn't really matter what Chris Henry's direct involvement is, since 'guilt-by-association' is a valid concept in the commissioner's eyes. Leaving your boyhood friends behind is tough, but it's probably a choice of that or leaving the NFL - Henry cannot do both.

Mr Henry, I think I speak for many Bengal's fans when I ask you to choose now - either get rid of your home boys or quit the NFL. You have no other choices.

[ShulaSteakhouse]

Henry would never do anything like this!! Odell either!! They're good guys! They're being framed I say! People are out to get them and are makin it all up! They are purposely avoiding situations that might get them in big trouble, i'm sure of it!

Just a matter of time before Henry, McNeal and Odell are on some street corner smoking crack for a living. They can't help themselves.

[DesperateDerelict]

Henry would never do anything like this!! Odell either!! They're good guys! They're being framed I say! People are out to get them and are makin it all up! They are purposely avoiding situations that might get them in big trouble, i'm sure of it!

Just a matter of time before Henry, McNeal and Odell are on some street corner smoking crack for a living. They can't help themselves.

I'll say one thing for you, Shula - you're consistent. Perhaps it would be better for all concerned if we just lock up their kind RIGHT NOW! It would certainly make the streets safer for all the little Shula's!

There's some abandoned warehouses in lower Price Hill that would be PERFECT for keeping these guys off the street. We could call it . . . Shul-auschwitz.

[DC_Bengals_Fan]

Just a matter of time before Henry, McNeal and Odell are on some street corner smoking crack for a living. They can't help themselves.

You can *smoke* crack for a living? How does that work? Product testing?

Sounds like a good job if you can get it.

[The PatternMaster]

Henry would never do anything like this!! Odell either!! They're good guys! They're being framed I say! People are out to get them and are makin it all up! They are purposely avoiding situations that might get them in big trouble, i'm sure of it!

Just a matter of time before Henry, McNeal and Odell are on some street corner smoking crack for a living. They can't help themselves.

Wow Shula, you are making sure nobody even comes close to your title as biggest idiot to post on a Bengals message board.

It's pretty obvious you can't help yourself from making completely ignorant statements either, f**king moron.

Just come out of Klan Kloset already. C'mon man the truth will set u free.

[membengal]

Re: smoking crack for a living:

Yes, you can. But it's not a good living. Certain compromises have to be made.

[bengal4life]

Henry would never do anything like this!! Odell either!! They're good guys! They're being framed I say! People are out to get them and are makin it all up! They are purposely avoiding situations that might get them in big trouble, i'm sure of it!

Just a matter of time before Henry, McNeal and Odell are on some street corner smoking crack for a living. They can't help themselves.

Wow Shula, you are making sure nobody even comes close to your title as biggest idiot to post on a Bengals message board.

It's pretty obvious you can't help yourself from making completely ignorant statements either, f**king moron.

Just come out of Klan Kloset already. C'mon man the truth will set u free.

[The PatternMaster]

Fear & Loathing in the NFL, Part LCXVIII - It has gotten to the point that anybody labeled a trouble-maker in the NFL had better stay at home 24/7 - with a witness - unless there's a team activity.

One of Chris Henry's problem has ALWAYS been his entourage - his extended family and friend who relocated here after Katrina. I firmly believe his 'posse' is capable of this, and a lot worse.

Once again, it doesn't really matter what Chris Henry's direct involvement is, since 'guilt-by-association' is a valid concept in the commissioner's eyes. Leaving your boyhood friends behind is tough, but it's probably a choice of that or leaving the NFL - Henry cannot do both.

Mr Henry, I think I speak for many Bengal's fans when I ask you to choose now - either get rid of your home boys or quit the NFL. You have no other choices.

I think you speak for yourself. Until Henry is proved guilty or even arrested lets wait until you start issuing ultimatiums. Besides wtf are u talking about when you referencing his "home boys", sounds like you watched BET last night and learned some new slang. What "home boys" are you refering to, his little brother? So when Odell and Henry spend time with their family they're hanging with their "home boys"?

I guess the main problem with the tri-state area is many people don't realize how ignorant and racist they really are.

Here we have people convicting Henry based on sketchy allegations from a 16 year old who claims a WHITE GUY beat him up. Btw, how does this kid know what McNeal looks like well enough to point him out in car as he's getting his ass whipped? I bet you 100 dollars 99% of Bengals fans couldn't wouldn't recognize McNeal if he walked by them on the street. There are so many holes in this kids story come Friday this will be another example of idiots trying to take advantage of a situation.

[Sandwedge]

Just a matter of time before Henry, McNeal and Odell are on some street corner smoking crack for a living. They can't help themselves.

You can *smoke* crack for a living? How does that work? Product testing?

Sounds like a good job if you can get it.

LMAO!!!!!

[Riagogogoindanati]

Fear & Loathing in the NFL, Part LCXVIII - It has gotten to the point that anybody labeled a trouble-maker in the NFL had better stay at home 24/7 - with a witness - unless there's a team activity.

One of Chris Henry's problem has ALWAYS been his entourage - his extended family and friend who relocated here after Katrina. I firmly believe his 'posse' is capable of this, and a lot worse.

Once again, it doesn't really matter what Chris Henry's direct involvement is, since 'guilt-by-association' is a valid concept in the commissioner's eyes. Leaving your boyhood friends behind is tough, but it's probably a choice of that or leaving the NFL - Henry cannot do both.

Mr Henry, I think I speak for many Bengal's fans when I ask you to choose now - either get rid of your home boys or quit the NFL. You have no other choices.

I think you speak for yourself. Until Henry is proved guilty or even arrested lets wait until you start issuing ultimatiums. Besides wtf are u talking about when you referencing his "home boys", sounds like you watched BET last night and learned some new slang. What "home boys" are you refering to, his little brother? So when Odell and Henry spend time with their family they're hanging with their "home boys"?

I guess the main problem with the tri-state area is many people don't realize how ignorant and racist they really are.

Here we have people convicting Henry based on sketchy allegations from a 16 year old who claims a WHITE GUY beat him up. Btw, how does this kid know what McNeal looks like well enough to point him out in car as he's getting his ass whipped? I bet you 100 dollars 99% of Bengals fans couldn't wouldn't recognize McNeal if he walked by them on the street. There are so many holes in this kids story come Friday this will be another example of idiots trying to take advantage of a situation.

If you know the definition of home boy...

- a good friend. derived from the spanish ''homebre''

Sounds like your panties are in a wad. Afterall, this is a forum where most speak their mind and can form their own opinions.

Your own contradiciton..."sounds like you watched BET last night and learned some new slang." BET, is not ALL about educating the masses about urban slang.

Everyone.....check your race cards at the door. (black white yellow red green orange)

[bengalsfansince68]

Shul-auschwitz.

FREAKIN' CLASSIC

[The PatternMaster]

Fear & Loathing in the NFL, Part LCXVIII - It has gotten to the point that anybody labeled a trouble-maker in the NFL had better stay at home 24/7 - with a witness - unless there's a team activity.

One of Chris Henry's problem has ALWAYS been his entourage - his extended family and friend who relocated here after Katrina. I firmly believe his 'posse' is capable of this, and a lot worse.

Once again, it doesn't really matter what Chris Henry's direct involvement is, since 'guilt-by-association' is a valid concept in the commissioner's eyes. Leaving your boyhood friends behind is tough, but it's probably a choice of that or leaving the NFL - Henry cannot do both.

Mr Henry, I think I speak for many Bengal's fans when I ask you to choose now - either get rid of your home boys or quit the NFL. You have no other choices.

I think you speak for yourself. Until Henry is proved guilty or even arrested lets wait until you start issuing ultimatiums. Besides wtf are u talking about when you referencing his "home boys", sounds like you watched BET last night and learned some new slang. What "home boys" are you refering to, his little brother? So when Odell and Henry spend time with their family they're hanging with their "home boys"?

I guess the main problem with the tri-state area is many people don't realize how ignorant and racist they really are.

Here we have people convicting Henry based on sketchy allegations from a 16 year old who claims a WHITE GUY beat him up. Btw, how does this kid know what McNeal looks like well enough to point him out in car as he's getting his ass whipped? I bet you 100 dollars 99% of Bengals fans couldn't wouldn't recognize McNeal if he walked by them on the street. There are so many holes in this kids story come Friday this will be another example of idiots trying to take advantage of a situation.

If you know the definition of home boy...

- a good friend. derived from the spanish ''homebre''

Sounds like your panties are in a wad. Afterall, this is a forum where most speak their mind and can form their own opinions.

Your own contradiciton..."sounds like you watched BET last night and learned some new slang." BET, is not ALL about educating the masses about urban slang.

Everyone.....check your race cards at the door. (black white yellow red green orange)

So you know the difference someone being a "home boy" and someone who is your brother. Besides everyone knows that the term "home boy" is used to describe a young black man, so quit acting like he's not implying race when he used the term home boy.

The rest of your post doesn't even make sense so I can't comment on it.

[Spor_tees]

Let me guess Palmer was the white guy whaling on the kid.

This sounds like it's a copycat of Thurman's case to try and get some money.

Other than the fact that in the article a law enforcement official is quoted as seeing the injuries and commenting that "an assault definitely occurred."

The 16 year old was said to be an acquaintance of Chris Henry's little brother. Maybe something happened between Henry's brother and the kid, and Henry took it upon his own "thug" self to stick up for his brother. The thing that scares me the most about this is, Henry and McNeal hanging out together. Two knuckleheads who have both been troubled by drug problems hanging out together.

I just don't see any leopards changing their spots anytime soon.

Haven't the events of the past month taught you anything, mainly to wait until the FACTS & the TRUTH come out before you go jumping to conclusions regarding allegations against high profile athletes in small towns.

There is no proof other than some 16 year old who claimed a white guy hit him, how in the world that gets back to Henry and McNeal I don't know. Also if this can't tell you what kind of car it was that his alleged attacker pulled up in doesn't that make him less than credible, I guess he's waiting to see what kind of car Henry has before he says what kind of car it was.

This s**t is getting old and if you think Henry would jeopardize his football career and the livelyhood of his entire family to beat up a 16 year old then...well I seriously doubt Henry had anything to do with this after reading the article and the "alleged" acccount of what happened.

Police say the 16-year-old and an 18-year-old friend were walking along Wetherington Boulevard near Mt. Zion Road just after 11 p.m. Friday night when, they say a black Navigator or Escalade pulled up next to them.

According to the police report, a white male jumped out and started punching the 16-year-old in the face. Last time I checked Henry and McNeal are black, so why are they being accused of assault.

"From that, the victim tells us another gentleman got out of the vehicle the same vehicle and in their attempt to get away, was shoved to the ground by this African American gentleman," said Cloyd.

The teen identified that man as Bengals receiver Chris Henry, and says receiver Reggie McNeill was also in the vehicle. McNeal should counter-sue for slander, the local idiots are getting out of control.

The teen also alleges that they were throwing beer bottles at him as he tried to run away.

"Go away, we don't want to talk to you."

9News tried to talk to Chris Henry Tuesday night, but no one at his house wanted to talk to us.

Henry lives just a few blocks away from where police say the assault happened.

The victim's family tells 9News that the teen knows Henry and knows his vehicle because he lives in the neighborhood and was friends with Henry's younger brother. I seriously doubt Henry knows this kid, the kid "knows" Henry like we all know Henry, by seeing him on TV and maybe around town.

Police questioned Henry Tuesday afternoon and are taking this allegation very seriously. Of they are, they would bust Henry for spitting on the sidewalk if they could, hell the county DA already showed his prejudice and contempt for Henry by calling him a "low-life".

Come Friday another alleged assault accusation will be uncovered as nothing more than a poor attempt to extort money from a high profile athlete who has a history of trouble with the law, some people are so pathetic.

Ok you just contradicted yourself in the same post.

In the immortal words of a popular Guiness Stout commercial..."BRILLIANT!"

[Bobcat Bengal]

Re: smoking crack for a living:

Yes, you can. But it's not a good living. Certain compromises have to be made.

Yeah, like compromising your dignity.

Seriously though, I'm leaving this one alone.

I get jumped on for thinking O'Dell's career might've been finished.....so I'll just wait and see what transpires here.

You DO REALIZE it seems to be the same guys over and over again though, right?

Am I wrong for bringing that up?

[DesperateDerelict]

I think you speak for yourself. Until Henry is proved guilty or even arrested lets wait until you start issuing ultimatiums. Besides wtf are u talking about when you referencing his "home boys", sounds like you watched BET last night and learned some new slang. What "home boys" are you refering to, his little brother? So when Odell and Henry spend time with their family they're hanging with their "home boys"?

I guess the main problem with the tri-state area is many people don't realize how ignorant and racist they really are.

Here we have people convicting Henry based on sketchy allegations from a 16 year old who claims a WHITE GUY beat him up. Btw, how does this kid know what McNeal looks like well enough to point him out in car as he's getting his ass whipped? I bet you 100 dollars 99% of Bengals fans couldn't wouldn't recognize McNeal if he walked by them on the street. There are so many holes in this kids story come Friday this will be another example of idiots trying to take advantage of a situation.

Pattern -

I do not necessarily believe these specific allegations, but I've been following Henry's career both on and off the field with interest, and he does have a problem. It's been reported to me that Chris is actually a pretty cool guy, but has encountered much of his problems after he had 17 friends and family move in with him as refugees from Louisiana in October of '04.

There's a great article that's been posted here this year (Jeff Chudhua?), that quotes well respected NFL players discussing this very issue. They state that it's VERY difficult for NFL players to turn their backs on their neighborhood friends, who have supported him during his entire career. It goes far as to say that their mindset isn't "He made it to the NFL", but "THEY (all) made it to the NFL". However, these friends often do not exhibit the necessary self-control now needed by an NFL player, and will invariably get their NFL buddy in some kind of trouble.

These players suggest that, to survive, a young NFL player must cut the ties with these life-long friends (Obviously not an easy task). I'm passing it along, as someone as fed up with the bad press as everybody else. I'm afraid that if Chris can't control these guys, and can't cut the ties, off-field problems will continue to dog his career