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| The Bengals defense was able to create some turnovers (24) and score some points (three touchdowns), but was middle of the pack in points and yards allowed. The defense was improved some over the past few seasons, though. Linebacker Keith Rivers was injured early in the year, but looked like the real deal before getting hurt. And the Bengals used a second-round pick on Rey Maualuga, giving the Bengals two young and talented linebackers. These guys could be big-time trouble for opposing defenses for years to come. The Bengals need to improve their pass rush, though. They had just 17 sacks last season. Ends Robert Geathers and Antwan Odom need to really get after it this season. The Bengals secondary has some talented playmakers in Leon Hall and Johnathan Joseph. Hall had three interceptions, including one that he returned for a touchdown. The Bengals special teams didn't do a whole lot last season. They'll be looking for someone to step up during training camp.
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The Bengals have a little upside as a spot starter. They are making steady improvements and have some potential for sacks and interceptions. Cincy isn't the walkover defense of the past few seasons. They could be worth a waiver wire pickup for fantasy teams. |
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| Bengals.com reports the Cincinnati Bengals have placed SS Roy L. Williams (forearm) on Injured Reserve, ending his 2009 season. |
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| Bengals.com reports Cincinnati Bengals SS Roy L. Williams (forearm) practiced in full Wednesday, Nov. 11. |
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| Joe Reedy, of The Cincinnati Enquirer, reports Cincinnati Bengals DL Tank Johnson (foot) and SS Roy L. Williams (forearm) will be game-time decisions for Week 9 but are expected to play. |
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| Cincinnati Bengals SS Roy L. Williams (forearm) was limited in practice Friday, Nov. 6, and is questionable for Week 9. |
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| Joe Reedy, of the Cincinnati Enquirer, reports Cincinnati Bengals SS Roy L. Williams (forearm) was limited in practice Thursday, Nov. 5. He is expected to play Week 9. |
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| Cincinnati Bengals FB Jeremi Johnson (knee), SS Tom Nelson (shoulder) and SS Roy L. Williams (forearm) were limited Wednesday, Nov. 4. |
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| Joe Reedy, of The Cincinnati Enquirer, reports Cincinnati Bengals SS Roy L. Williams (forearm) did not participate in practice Friday, Oct. 23. He is listed as doubtful for Week 7 and is not expected to play. |
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| CBSSports.com reports Cincinnati Bengals SS Roy L. Williams (forearm) is not participating in practice Friday, Oct. 23. |
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| Joe Reedy, of The Cincinnati Enquirer, reports Cincinnati Bengals SS Roy L. Williams (forearm) did not participate in practice Thursday, Oct. 22. He probably will not be active for Week 7. |
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| Joe Reedy, of The Cincinnati Enquirer, reports Cincinnati Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis said SS Roy L. Williams' (forearm) status for Week 7 is uncertain because of a forearm injury. |
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