Cincinnati Bengals 08/16/2009 6:46 PMThe Dayton Daily News reports Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Carson Palmer looked good at minicamp last week, but admits that his arm strength needs some work. The quarterback’s plan to strength the arm is no ancient Chinese secret. In fact, the solution to the problem is a fairly easy fix. “Throw,” Palmer said. “It’s just like when a track guy needs to get faster. You don’t do 5,000 squats, you run and run some more. To get your arm in shape you throw and continue to throw. So I will be throwing all summer long as well as in training camp.” Palmer missed 12 games last season with a serious elbow injury. Now the former Pro Bowler is looking to rebound and lead his team to the playoffs. Palmer’s offseason preparation has included the OTAs and minicamp. These are the first steps in his return to prominence.Read more
Cincinnati Bengals 08/16/2009 6:45 PMThe Dayton Daily News reports the Cincinnati Bengals wrapped up their three-day minicamp over the weekend and the team showed a lot of promise. Every indication suggests that next month's training camp could be one for the ages with some intense battles for a position. Here are some camp observations: Anyone who would suggest that Jordan Palmer is on the roster simply because he is the younger brother of Carson Palmer would be making an asinine remark. Young Palmer is definitely earning his keep and showing some real signs of improvement.Read more
Cincinnati Bengals 08/16/2009 6:45 PMThe 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
Cincinnati Bengals 08/16/2009 6:44 PMThe Dayton Daily News reports Cincinnati Bengals starting cornerback Johnathan Joseph is entering his fourth year in the league and is preparing for an impact season. Joseph hasn’t quite been able to reach that next plateau since being drafted by the team with the 24th overall pick in the 2006 draft. The cornerback’s progress has been hindered by some unfortunate circumstances both on and off the field. Joseph started out with a promising rookie year playing in all 16 games, starting nine. He finished the season with 57 tackles, including a career-best 10 tackles against arch rival Pittsburgh.Read more
