Bengals: Coles more than adequate replacement for T.J.
Cincinnati Bengals08/16/2009 6:45 PM The Dayton Daily News reports when former Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver T.J. Houshmandzadeh bolted for Seattle during free agency it created a major void in the team’s passing offense. The outpour of cries from Bengal fans could be heard across the Ohio River. Houshmandzadeh was a fan favorite but more importantly an integral part of the offense. During the free-agent signing period the market was thin at the wideout position, but the organization didn’t panic. There was only one receiver on the open market that could possibly fill the void and that was Laveranues Coles. Knowing this, the Bengals wasted little time in signing the former Pro Bowl receiver, signing him a day after losing Houshmandzadeh. Five months later in training camp, Coles is adjusting well to his surroundings since coming over from the New York Jets. He’s bonding with teammates and ahead of the learning curve picking up the system. The biggest thing for him now will be adjusting to his new role on offense. Read more