ReturnToSender Posted November 16, 2009 Share Posted November 16, 2009 Larry Johnson, RB KC News: ESPN reports that RB Larry Johnson is on his way to Cincinnati to sign with the Bengals. Johnson, who was released by the Chiefs last Monday, was expected to sign with a playoff contender. A call put in to Johnson's agent by CBSSports.com requested an inquiry after 6 p.m. ET, which hints that there will be official news on the signing by then. Johnson's signing might signal that starting RB Cedric Benson's hip injury is worse than the team is letting on. Analysis: If Johnson's signing in Cincinnati becomes official, he'll have the chance to start taking touches away from Benson almost immediately. Johnson will be running behind a fantastic offensive line, and even though he won't see every carry like he pretty much did in Kansas City, he should be able to pitch in and find the end zone. He's worth claiming off waivers and stashing on benches for the time being. CBS Sportsline Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big John Posted November 16, 2009 Share Posted November 16, 2009 Also being discussed here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shorttynaz Posted November 16, 2009 Share Posted November 16, 2009 Who the hell is LG?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Double Agent Posted November 16, 2009 Share Posted November 16, 2009 Who the hell is LG?? I figured the electronic company was relocating its headquarters. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whomper Posted November 16, 2009 Share Posted November 16, 2009 Finally. All these years of carrying Lou Gossett on my taxi squad has paid off Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luke davenport Posted November 16, 2009 Share Posted November 16, 2009 Finally. All these years of carrying Lou Gossett on my taxi squad has paid off Damn, I was carrying Lou Grant. My bad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
i_am_the_swammi Posted November 16, 2009 Share Posted November 16, 2009 Damn, I was carrying Lou Grant. My bad. +1 I had been stashing Lou Gehrig. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HowboutthemCowboys Posted November 16, 2009 Share Posted November 16, 2009 News: Amid the breaking news that the Bengals were going to sign RB Larry Johnson, head coach Marvin Lewis added some clarity to the situation. Lewis said that Johnson would be with the Bengals as an insurance policy and not as a running back to take carries from Cedric Benson. He added that Johnson would not impact the team's depth chart, meaning that backups Bernard Scott and Brian Leonard would be ahead of Johnson in the rushing pecking order. Johnson would even be listed as inactive "initially," according to Lewis.Analysis: We suppose that if Johnson is looking to help a team win a Super Bowl regardless of his role, he'll take Lewis up on his offer to join the team. But Johnson might not want to sit on the bench, which is why rumors about him signing with the Bengals have subsided. In fact, Lewis confirmed that Johnson would be in for a visit and that his signing is not imminent. We'll keep you posted, but Johnson has gone from a potential workload partner of Cedric Benson to a reserve running back pretty quickly. Frankly, we'd be surprised to see Johnson not utilized in Cincinnati. CBS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chief Dick Posted November 16, 2009 Share Posted November 16, 2009 Who the hell is LG?? Larry Gangsta Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Myopia Posted November 16, 2009 Share Posted November 16, 2009 Finally. All these years of carrying Lou Gossett on my taxi squad has paid off Damn, I was carrying Lou Grant. My bad. I got Lou Diamond Phillips. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bengal Mania Posted November 16, 2009 Share Posted November 16, 2009 News: Amid the breaking news that the Bengals were going to sign RB Larry Johnson, head coach Marvin Lewis added some clarity to the situation. Lewis said that Johnson would be with the Bengals as an insurance policy and not as a running back to take carries from Cedric Benson. He added that Johnson would not impact the team's depth chart, meaning that backups Bernard Scott and Brian Leonard would be ahead of Johnson in the rushing pecking order. Johnson would even be listed as inactive "initially," according to Lewis.Analysis: We suppose that if Johnson is looking to help a team win a Super Bowl regardless of his role, he'll take Lewis up on his offer to join the team. But Johnson might not want to sit on the bench, which is why rumors about him signing with the Bengals have subsided. In fact, Lewis confirmed that Johnson would be in for a visit and that his signing is not imminent. We'll keep you posted, but Johnson has gone from a potential workload partner of Cedric Benson to a reserve running back pretty quickly. Frankly, we'd be surprised to see Johnson not utilized in Cincinnati. CBS similar on Bengals.com (won't copy article) from Lewis press conference. Not crazy about the baggage that might come w/ Johnson, but glad Lewis seems to be handling this very well to avoid possible disruption. Personally, I don't see this as a fit, although I do see why the Bengals might want an experienced backup if Benson were to get severly hurt. (I would guess they'd be more than happy w/ what they have if it's purely for spelling purposes***) ***When I say "spelling purposes", I'm referring to the act of resting the starter for a few snaps, letting the backup play. I am not referring the spelling of the name of Larry Gohnson. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whomper Posted November 16, 2009 Share Posted November 16, 2009 +1 I had been stashing Lou Gehrig. I dropped him for Lief Garrett Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bengal Mania Posted November 16, 2009 Share Posted November 16, 2009 I dropped him for Lief Garrett Boy do I feel like a schmo for keeping Lefty Gomez, I mean, he's been dead for 20 years. I'd get more production out of Fred Lane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whomper Posted November 16, 2009 Share Posted November 16, 2009 Boy do I feel like a schmo for keeping Lefty Gomez, I mean, he's been dead for 20 years. I'd get more production out of Fred Lane Yep. Lefty is Long Gone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muck Posted November 16, 2009 Share Posted November 16, 2009 A guy in one of my leagues has Lady Gaga on his taxi squad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shorttynaz Posted November 16, 2009 Share Posted November 16, 2009 head coach Marvin Lewis added some clarity to the situation. Lewis said that Johnson would be with the Bengals as an insurance policy and not as a running back to take carries from Cedric Benson. He added that Johnson would not impact the team's depth chart, meaning that backups Bernard Scott and Brian Leonard would be ahead of Johnson in the rushing pecking order. Johnson would even be listed as inactive "initially," according to Lewis. Regardless, I've got him stashed on my bench.. Never know what will happen in a few weeks as the "fantasy playoff's" are approaching. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T_bone65 Posted November 16, 2009 Share Posted November 16, 2009 I have had Larry Gilbert on my DTS for about 20 years or so Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaP'N GRuNGe Posted November 16, 2009 Share Posted November 16, 2009 I was wondering what had happened to Lamar Gordon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeeR Posted November 16, 2009 Share Posted November 16, 2009 Who the hell is LG?? You know, the cell phone guy. lol @ Cincy. I figured only them or OAK would be stupid enough to do this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STL Fan Posted November 16, 2009 Share Posted November 16, 2009 A guy in one of my leagues has Lady Gaga on his taxi squad. I'd go anywhere in a taxi with Lady Gaga. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolfden1 Posted November 17, 2009 Share Posted November 17, 2009 He's gotta be better than Lillian Gish. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muck Posted November 17, 2009 Share Posted November 17, 2009 A guy in one of my leagues has Lady Gaga on his taxi squad. I'd go anywhere in a taxi with Lady Gaga. I've been carrying Lorne Green on my IR for some time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Grey Pilgrim Posted November 17, 2009 Share Posted November 17, 2009 LOL, so many Huddlers with a great sense of humor. That's a big reason I enjoy this website. DMD's insight is important too, but.... You guys are too funny sometime. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chaim Witz Posted November 17, 2009 Share Posted November 17, 2009 Larry Gatlin has been on mine so long, he took up playing guitar and singing. Perhaps we'll let him suit up and perform the National Anthem before a game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gilthorp Posted November 17, 2009 Share Posted November 17, 2009 I thought Los Gigantes was in DC? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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