Jonathan Fanene

Yesterday is was reported that the Bengals were interested in defensive tackle Shaun Smith. Smith later confirmed he came into Cincinnati for a visit. Domata Peko is reportedly out until the season finale, at least. So the Bengals, with a rotation of Tank Johnson, Pat Sims, Orien Harris at defensive tackle, with Jonathan Fanene and Frostee Rucker taking few snaps is good enough for that stretch run. And honestly, I do approve of this team...  

Jonathan Fanene's name probably doesn't ring a bell to Brett Favre, but Fanene rang Favre's bell last year, possibly leading to his arm injury.  

Jonathan Fanene knows he has big shoes to fill at defensive end in the Bengals’ game against the Chicago Bears on Sunday now that starter Antwan Odom is out for the season because of a torn right Achilles’ tendon. “I’ve got to step up ...  

Black, long-sleeve shirts were hanging in the Cincinnati Bengals' lockers on Monday morning when they showed up at Paul Brown Stadium, a gift from coach Marvin Lewis reminding them not to get too caught up in their panoramic view atop the AFC North. The shirts had orange, block letters that spelled out NDCQ, apparently referring to a phrase players have used during their surprising season: Not...  

Larry Johnson might get to revive his troubled career with a team known for giving second chances. Bengals coach Marvin Lewis said on Monday that Johnson would be in Cincinnati to discuss a limited role -- fourth-string running back, essentially an insurance policy in case Cedric Benson's hip injury gets worse or another running back gets hurt.  

CINCINNATI, Ohio - Black, long-sleeve shirts were hanging in the Cincinnati Bengals' lockers on Monday morning when they showed up at Paul Brown Stadium, a gift from coach Marvin Lewis reminding them not to get too caught up in their panoramic view atop the AFC North.  

Chad Ochocinco sent deodorant to the Baltimore Ravens before a key AFC North showdown to pump himself up for the big game. The fun-loving Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver wanted to send mustard to the Pittsburgh Steelers last week because they would never "ketchup" in the game before coach Marvin Lewis nixed that idea.