My Baby Boi Skyler!

[bnglsboi8532]

This post is for my man Skyler to make the roster! Its obviously CJ, Housh, C. Henry, Tab, Skyler, Bennie,(it was a tough cut but I'd cut Antonio and put Reg. Mac. on PS). I know it was only one preseason game but I've watch Skyler so many times and that kind of return in the lions game is normal for Sky. When was the last time somebody was scared to punt to us with Ratliff back there. I also read somewhere that Sky actually prefers running back over reciever! He could be our Jones-Drew! He'd be a great slot man til Henry gets back and Tab fully healthy!

[walzav29]

I have to admit that I want Skylar returning kicks for the Bengals. I would agree with cutting Antonio, but another team would pick up Reggie.

[walshfan]

This post is for my man Skyler to make the roster! Its obviously CJ, Housh, C. Henry, Tab, Skyler, Bennie,(it was a tough cut but I'd cut Antonio and put Reg. Mac. on PS). I know it was only one preseason game but I've watch Skyler so many times and that kind of return in the lions game is normal for Sky. When was the last time somebody was scared to punt to us with Ratliff back there. I also read somewhere that Sky actually prefers running back over reciever! He could be our Jones-Drew! He'd be a great slot man til Henry gets back and Tab fully healthy!

Well he's definately got Lewis's attention with that 37rd return!

As far as receiving goes... Still to early to tell but he's got three games to show his stuff.

[derekshank]

Skyler's best chance for making the team is his versatility. He's incredibly short... so he probably won't be used as a pure WR... but he's a good punt returner. Plus, with Irons going down, the Bengals don't have a lot of RB depth. He may get his wish to have some opportunities in the backfield. With his quickness and good hands, he might be a decent 3rd and long option ala a healthy Chris Perry (oxymoron).

All that said... it still wouldn't shock me in the least if he's cut.

[agreen_112]

I like Skyler, anyone's better than Ratliff back there!

[Jet23]

If this guy is the answer to the punt return woes, he will have a spot. Look how KC used Dante Hall all those years.

[agreen_112]

If he is our man, I hope he gets rid of the fumble jitters in the pre-season. It's a given for a new returner to muff/fumble the rock a couple of times before he gets rolling.

[Rob]

Antonio can't stay healthy he won't be here, Lewis won't put up with him after this training camp. I like the looks of Skyler, McNeal can't catch so at least Skyler can help THIS YEAR. Hopefully Tab can go and get that #3 receiving spot and stay healthy until Chris gets back. If that happens look out...this will be a dangerous squad.

[hrod382]

It's nice to see someone returning kicks that doesn't catch the ball, stare ahead for 2 seconds then start running sideline to sideline and if he has a good return gets no gain.

[CantStop85]

The injury to Kenny Irons just opened up a whole new window to Skyler Green. If he can play 3rd down back in addition to doing kick return duties and wide receiver, that adds a lot more value to his spot on the roster.

[gobengals19]

It's nice to see someone returning kicks that doesn't catch the ball, stare ahead for 2 seconds then start running sideline to sideline and if he has a good return gets no gain.

Exactly - the guy in front of me at the games would always razz me when Ratliff would come out for punt return duty last year. He knew I couldnt stand the way he returned punts - waving his orange gloves in the air getting everyone riled up and then he goes 15 yds to gain 2 yds. That or he catches the ball inside the 5 yd line.

[rishipatel]

I have to admit that I want Skylar returning kicks for the Bengals. I would agree with cutting Antonio, but another team would pick up Reggie.

I don't know about that. McNeal cleared waivers last yr and was on the PS, and he hasn't shown very much yet this yr. There is always a chance he would get plucked of the PS, but I think it is very likely the Bengals take that chance. I agree, I like what Skylar has shown thus far. Hopefully he'll keep it up.

[kurgan74]

Skyler Green is an intriguing player. He gives the bngals some needed flexibility if used correctly. The team could easily go 1 less RB on the roster as he can play both WR and RB. I look forward to seeing Mr. Green on the field this year.

[TJJackson]

I'm not adverse to giving Skyler, who seems to have some hands, quicks, and speed to him, some practice reps at tailback.

The weak part of his game, though, will probably be as a blocker, due in no small part (pun intended) to his size. He'll have to prove he can provide adequate blocking to keep rushers off our prized QB or he will not provide value as a backup tailback

so....Mr Green.....no, not you Agreen, Skyler Green......can you block?

That said, there is almost certainly going to be a quality running back or three released by times with an excess of talent and/or age and/or salary at the position. Minnesota comes to mind. This is probably where out backup tailback will come from, based on the complete lack of word about any of the other running backs in camp. So we should try to be patient on this front.....our guy probably isn't here yet.

[Spor_tees]

If you want to look for a RB to pluck off waivers, look no further than the Houston Texans roster. Yes, I said the Texans! After they signed Ahman Green this past year, they now have Ahman Green, Samkon Gado, Ron Dayne, Wali Lundy, Domanick Williams (formerly Domanick Davis), and rookie Darius Walker. Even if they keep three RB's that means 3 of these guys will be available. If I'm the Bengals I offer a future late round pick for one of these guys now and being them in to learn the system. The Bengals are going to have some extra comp picks next year anyway, so why not make them count.

[gobengals19]

If you want to look for a RB to pluck off waivers, look no further than the Houston Texans roster. Yes, I said the Texans! After they signed Ahman Green this past year, they now have Ahman Green, Samkon Gado, Ron Dayne, Wali Lundy, Domanick Williams (formerly Domanick Davis), and rookie Darius Walker. Even if they keep three RB's that means 3 of these guys will be available. If I'm the Bengals I offer a future late round pick for one of these guys now and being them in to learn the system. The Bengals are going to have some extra comp picks next year anyway, so why not make them count.

I always thought Walker was a good RB at ND - great vision and with good football speed [not combine speed]. Maybe he would be a good option. I dont think its Wilson, he reminds me too much of Rudi, I want a slasher.

Knowing Marvin, he will stick with the guys he has, including waiting on 2 Carry Perry to come back.

[ShulaSteakhouse]

If you want to look for a RB to pluck off waivers, look no further than the Houston Texans roster. Yes, I said the Texans! After they signed Ahman Green this past year, they now have Ahman Green, Samkon Gado, Ron Dayne, Wali Lundy, Domanick Williams (formerly Domanick Davis), and rookie Darius Walker. Even if they keep three RB's that means 3 of these guys will be available. If I'm the Bengals I offer a future late round pick for one of these guys now and being them in to learn the system. The Bengals are going to have some extra comp picks next year anyway, so why not make them count.

I always thought Walker was a good RB at ND - great vision and with good football speed [not combine speed]. Maybe he would be a good option. I dont think its Wilson, he reminds me too much of Rudi, I want a slasher.

Knowing Marvin, he will stick with the guys he has, including waiting on 2 Carry Perry to come back.

Don't count out Curtis Brown just yet...

[Walrus]

If you want to look for a RB to pluck off waivers, look no further than the Houston Texans roster. Yes, I said the Texans! After they signed Ahman Green this past year, they now have Ahman Green, Samkon Gado, Ron Dayne, Wali Lundy, Domanick Williams (formerly Domanick Davis), and rookie Darius Walker. Even if they keep three RB's that means 3 of these guys will be available. If I'm the Bengals I offer a future late round pick for one of these guys now and being them in to learn the system. The Bengals are going to have some extra comp picks next year anyway, so why not make them count.

I always thought Walker was a good RB at ND - great vision and with good football speed [not combine speed]. Maybe he would be a good option. I dont think its Wilson, he reminds me too much of Rudi, I want a slasher.

Knowing Marvin, he will stick with the guys he has, including waiting on 2 Carry Perry to come back.

Out of that group, I might consider Wali Lundy since he is a smaller back with good hands and has proven he can perform in the NFL. That said, I'd be surprised if the Texans released Lundy and I'd be absolutely floored if the Bengals put together a trade for him.

That said, I really hope the Bengals at least kick Skyler's tires a bit at RB. He's proven he can be dangerous with the ball in his hands. If he turns out to be a gamer, that would be just the kind of stroke of good luck we need.

[membengal]

Cross-training/using Green as an option at RB would be a very Patriots-esque thing to do. I'm for it.

[Walrus]

http://www.bengals.com/news/news.asp?story_id=6193

Wide receiver Skyler Green said he was going to use the last meeting of training camp Tuesday night to lobby to play some running back as the Bengals cope with the loss of speed back Kenny Irons. But indications from the coaching staff are that it's not going to happen. "

Too bad, he seemed like a good fit there...

[TJJackson]

Yeah, as I said, the backup rb is probably not yet on our roster

On a related note.....I remain surprised that no one (the Bengals coaching staff most certainly included) wants to give Kenny Watson a chance......go research his yards per carry, max yards per game, and max carries per game....that and most everyone acknowleges he can catch and block......I think you'll be suprised with what you find out

[redsbengalsbucks]

Yeah, as I said, the backup rb is probably not yet on our roster

On a related note.....I remain surprised that no one (the Bengals coaching staff most certainly included) wants to give Kenny Watson a chance......go research his yards per carry, max yards per game, and max carries per game....that and most everyone acknowleges he can catch and block......I think you'll be suprised with what you find out

I'm fine with Watson as an option for a couple of games if need be, but behind him I'm not sold on. Green at the very least seeing a few carries in practice/preseason seems the smart thing to do.

[Walrus]

Yeah, as I said, the backup rb is probably not yet on our roster

On a related note.....I remain surprised that no one (the Bengals coaching staff most certainly included) wants to give Kenny Watson a chance......go research his yards per carry, max yards per game, and max carries per game....that and most everyone acknowleges he can catch and block......I think you'll be suprised with what you find out

I'll chime in with an amen on that. He and TJ were the only guys who consistently gave us anything on 3rd down. I think we should have gotten the ball to Watson more last season, but maybe the fact that we didn't says something about the coaches' confidence in Watson as a ball carrier -- seems like they *would've* used him more if they thought he was truly as good as his stats indicate. Carson vouches for him, but I suspect that's more because of his ability to pass block than his ability to tote the rock.

[BengalByTheBay]

Yeah, as I said, the backup rb is probably not yet on our roster

On a related note.....I remain surprised that no one (the Bengals coaching staff most certainly included) wants to give Kenny Watson a chance......go research his yards per carry, max yards per game, and max carries per game....that and most everyone acknowleges he can catch and block......I think you'll be suprised with what you find out

I'll chime in with an amen on that. He and TJ were the only guys who consistently gave us anything on 3rd down. I think we should have gotten the ball to Watson more last season, but maybe the fact that we didn't says something about the coaches' confidence in Watson as a ball carrier -- seems like they *would've* used him more if they thought he was truly as good as his stats indicate. Carson vouches for him, but I suspect that's more because of his ability to pass block than his ability to tote the rock.

I agree that Watson has been productive in his role and can't believe that anyone would suggest he won't play that role again this season. I see the RB situation as consisting mainly of who will be the 3rd and what do we do to ensure further depth beyond that (using the PS, or other).

[gobengals19]

Yeah, as I said, the backup rb is probably not yet on our roster

On a related note.....I remain surprised that no one (the Bengals coaching staff most certainly included) wants to give Kenny Watson a chance......go research his yards per carry, max yards per game, and max carries per game....that and most everyone acknowleges he can catch and block......I think you'll be suprised with what you find out

I'll chime in with an amen on that. He and TJ were the only guys who consistently gave us anything on 3rd down. I think we should have gotten the ball to Watson more last season, but maybe the fact that we didn't says something about the coaches' confidence in Watson as a ball carrier -- seems like they *would've* used him more if they thought he was truly as good as his stats indicate. Carson vouches for him, but I suspect that's more because of his ability to pass block than his ability to tote the rock.

I agree that Watson has been productive in his role and can't believe that anyone would suggest he won't play that role again this season. I see the RB situation as consisting mainly of who will be the 3rd and what do we do to ensure further depth beyond that (using the PS, or other).

If I recall Carson pushed HARD for Kenny to be resigned as much as he did for Kelly to be resigned. I like what Kenny does for this offense, how many times did he pull us out of a jamb on third and long last year. However, he is getting a little long in the tooth - thats where the last 2 #1 draft picks on RB came to be. Here we are again, relying on Watson to get the job done.

I didnt get to see Curtis Brown play last week, how did he look?