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fourth quarter of a 31-21 loss.Bengals can't catch PanthersCHARLOTTE, N.C. _ At
various times Sunday for the Bengals wide receivers it was a grinding and yet
giddy afternoon that in the end amounted to a galling 31-21 loss to the
Panthers. For the final 2:53 of the third quarter and the first 11:27 of the
fourth the Bengals had three drives to tie it at 28 and if it wasn’t one thing
it was another conspiring to make them come up empty.Postgame Quotes: Week 3 At
CarolinaI think the the thing is that’s a football game we had every opportunity
to get it done and finish the thing out – a lot of opportunity. We gave up too
many opportunities today with the turnovers. Gave them good field position too
often and they capitalized on it. We didn’t get enough. We didn’t make the ball
bounce our way and create enough of that. We have to do a better job of
assignment football.Quick Hits: Green Says He's OK; Panthers Run FreeA.J Green
says it happened to him once in college. After he left the game on the third
play of the third quarter in Sunday’s 31-21 loss to the Panthers, he said he
landed awkwardly and suffered a groin injury when he couldn’t come down with a
slant over the middle.Green-less Bengals Can't Catch The PanthersMaybe even more
devastating is that perennial Pro Bowl wide receiver A.J. Green was lost early
in the third quarter with a groin injury. Green tried to make a leaping catch
over the middle and it looked like rookie cornerback Donte Jackson hit him
early. The ball went one way and Green seemed to land awkwardly the other way.
He stayed on the sidelines after he was rated probable and quickly downgraded to
questionable.Bengals lament missed opportunities in loss to PanthersThe
Cincinnati Bengals (2-1) didn’t appear to be hanging their heads after a 31-21
loss to the Carolina Panthers on Sunday. Several Bengals players lamented the
major mistakes made in the game, pointing out that they had an opportunity to
win until the fourth quarter.A.J. Green talks John Ross being involved in two
interceptionsOn the first, it looked like Ross could have done more to
counteract a bad throw from Dalton. The second — late in the fourth quarter —
seemed like both guys were at fault as the ball sailed over Ross’ head while he
wasn’t even looking for it.Carolina Panthers hand Cincinnati Bengals first
lossBengals QB Andy Dalton passed for 352 yards and two TDs, completing 29 of
46, but he also threw four interceptions - one on a Hail Mary on the last play
of the game.NFL Week 3: Carolina Panthers defeat Cincinnati Bengals
31-21Panthers coach Ron Rivera wanted a little something more from his offense,
which is why he turned to his old boss Norv Turner as the team’s new coordinator
this season. Rivera, who once coached under Turner in San Diego, said he got
exactly what he was hoping for Sunday. Cam Newton threw for two touchdowns and
ran for two others , Christian McCaffrey racked up a career-high 184 yards
rushing and Carolina handed the Cincinnati Bengals their first loss of the
season 31-21 behind a well-balanced offensive attack.Joe Mixon could return for
the Bengals in Week 4 despite recent knee surgeryMixon had a minor knee clean-up
performed last Saturday, removing a particle that had been bothering him, which
would generally put him out at least two games. However
Michael Jordan Jersey Womens , since the Bengals had played on Thursday instead of Sunday that week, and the procedure was conducted prior to the end of the week,
Mixon's timetable could be fluid.Random BytesRob Gronkowski on Lions Trade
Rumor: 'I'm Not Going Anywhere Without Brady'New England Patriots tight end Rob
Gronkowski is loyal to his quarterback. "Brady is my quarterback," he said of
Tom Brady following Sunday's 26-10 loss to the Detroit Lions, per Chad Amaral of
Fox 25 Boston. "I'm not going anywhere without Brady."Matthew Stafford, Lions
Dominate Tom Brady, Patriots Behind Kerryon JohnsonThe two-time defending AFC
champions fell to 1-2 with a 26-10 loss to the Detroit Lions in Sunday's
interconference clash at Ford Field. Detroit is now 1-2 under head coach Matt
Patricia, who was the Patriots' defensive coordinator the last six
seasons.Jameis Winston of Tampa Bay Buccaneers predicted Ryan Fitzpatrick would
succeed during three-game banTampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston
privately predicted to team officials that fellow quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick
would have the success he has to start this season, sources told ESPN.Jimmy
Garoppolo Injury Sends 49ers' Dream Season to a Crashing HaltBefore Garoppolo
was installed as the starter late last season, the 49ers had lost 24 of their
previous 26 games. And while this team might still be better than that one, the
defense is surrendering 29.7 points per game. The Niners were off to a poor
start even with Garoppolo under center, and keeping up with the division-rival
Los Angeles Rams and wild-card contenders elsewhere in the deep NFC was always
going to be a challenge.Penalty on Clay Matthews' Textbook Hit Embroils NFL in
Another Rules ControversyBe delicate. No tussling of hair. Wedgies will lead to
ejections. No harsh language, finger-pointing or sarcasm aimed at them. Tickling
will be a 15-yard penalty. Talking about a quarterback's momma will lead to a
fine.Seattle Seahawks safety Earl Thomas expects fine for no-shows at
practiceThomas had a pair of interceptions in the Seahawks' 24-13 win over the
Dallas Cowboys on Sunday
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to his continued discontent over his contract situation. His Players Salute
Lewis“Preston Brown, the Bengals’ 26-year-old middle linebacker who grew up on
the west side, is like a lot of kids about his age who grew up in Cincinnati.
Marvin Lewis is the only Bengals head coach they’ve ever known.Best Games During
Lewis' CareerWide receiver Mohamed Sanu breaks open a one-touchdown game when he
runs a reverse for a 25-yard touchdown with 13:26 left tonight as his 8-0
Bengals and quarterback Andy Dalton reverse his Thursday fortunes in a 31-10
victory over the Browns at sold-out Paul Brown Stadium. The Bengals come into
the national showcase with a big agenda and cash the chips in deflating Johnny
Football for the second time in a year while becoming the 11th team in this
century and the 33rd of all-time to start 8-0. And the first team from the AFC
Central-AFC North tree to do it. Plus, they match the franchise’s all-time
record of eight straight regular-season wins.Marvin Lewis News Conference
Quotes: 12/31“I think Emily (Bengals Director of Communications Emily Parker)
already sent out the (news) release. I guess it’s bittersweet — this is the last
time I get to talk to you. I appreciate the dedication of everybody in this
building over the last 16 seasons. I appreciate Mike (Bengals President Mike
Brown), his family and their support, all the players, coaches, fans,
everything. I didn’t deliver what your No. 1 goal is, and that is to be world
champions. We didn’t get that done. There have been a lot of positives, but
that’s the one goal as a coach that you look forward to doing. Mike and I both
decided that it’s time. It was a tough moment for both of us, but I think we
both realized.”Lewis Leaves His Mark As Difference MakerMarvin Lewis, who
changed the culture of the franchise while winning four AFC North titles with
two different quarterbacks during 16 seasons as Bengals head coach
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WaysLewis was named the ninth head coach in Bengals history on Jan. 14, 2003.
His career record is 131-122-3 in regular season and 131-129-3 including
postseason. His total of 131 career victories is the most in team history and
ranks tied for 24th in NFL history.Lewis Leaves Lasting Legacy in the
CommunityMarvin Lewis' impact on the community will continue to be felt for
years to come. He launched the Marvin Lewis Community Fund in 2003, and since
then has raised around $15 million dollars.Marvin Lewis, Bengals split amicably,
lament missed opportunitiesCINCINNATI -- Marvin Lewis was composed and smiling
when he sat at his usual spot at the podium in Paul Brown Stadium on Monday
morning. He cracked a few jokes and seemed as relaxed as he could be considering
the circumstances.Split with Marvin Lewis ushers in change Bengals desperately
needThe Cincinnati Bengals fired head coach Marvin Lewis on Monday, ending his
16-year tenure in Cincinnati with a 131-122-3 regular-season record. His 131
wins are 15 more than the next two winningest coaches in franchise history
combined (Sam Wyche, 61, and Paul Brown, 55). Although he compiled the most
wins, he will ultimately be remembered for his 0-7 playoff record.Bengals, coach
Marvin Lewis part ways after 6-10 seasonLewis, 60
Tyler Eifert Jersey , coached the Bengals for 16 seasons and had a 131-122-3 record. Although he leaves with the most wins in franchise history, his 0-7
record in the playoffs and 8-26 record against the Pittsburgh Steelers loom
large over his tenure.Bengals Head Coach Rumors: Cincinnati Requests Josh
McDaniels InterviewThe Cincinnati Bengals have reportedly requested an interview
with New England Patriots offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels, according to
ESPN's Adam Schefter.Bengals finally fired coach Marvin Lewis. Now DON’T hire
Hue JacksonLewis, the second-longest tenured head coach in the league, was
relieved of his duties Monday, ending a 16-year career in southwestern Ohio.
Lewis had piloted his team through depressing lows and some encouraging regular
season highs, but his inability to win when it mattered most — he was 0-7 in the
postseason in Cincinnati — will ultimately be his legacy as an NFL head
coach.TML: Marvin Lewis, Bengals, Vontaze Burfict, Reds trade, Puig, KempI asked
off the Cleveland trip. My ask was granted. Christmas came early. Another
dispiriting result for Team Lame. (And I mean that literally and
metaphorically.) Then I read the Schefter item saying the BrownTrust is allowing
MLewis to call his own shot when it comes to retiring.Random NewsBroncos Need a
Reality Check Because John Elway Is the Problem, Not the SolutionJohn Elway's
tenure as the Denver Broncos general manager and president of football
operations is one Peyton Manning signing away from being a disaster. Recently
fired head coach Vance Joseph didn't stand a chance the last two seasons because
the team's front office never placed him in a position to succeed.Is there a
shortage of NFL head coaching candidates?By 10 a.m. eastern time on Monday
morning
Drew Sample Cincinnati Bengals Jersey , one fourth of the NFL’s coaching staffs had been fired, leaving openings in Denver, Miami, Cincinnati, New York (Jets), Arizona,
Tampa Bay, Cleveland and Green Bay.2019 NFL Mock Draft: Matt Miller's
Post-Regular-Season PredictionsHow will the news that Oregon's Justin Herbert is
returning to school for his senior season affect the picks? It's huge and will
have a massive impact for fellow quarterbacks Dwayne Haskins (Ohio State),
Daniel Jones (Duke) and Drew Lock (Missouri). Each stands to benefit from
Herbert's return to Eugene.Antonio Brown upset with Steelers, skipped practices
before final gameThe Pittsburgh Post-Gazette first reported Brown elected to sit
out practices after the heated dispute, and the Steelers' decision not to play
him against the Bengals had nothing to do with a knee injury. The report said
Brown became "disgusted" and threw a football in anger at one of his teammates
during a walk-through, citing several sources.
