Shayne Graham

The Bengals today put the franchise tag on kicker Shayne Graham, basically meaning that he’ll be back as their kicker in 2009, and that if he isn’t inked to a long-term deal he’ll sign a one-year deal for a salary equal to the average of the five highest-paid kickers from last season. The move also likely points to the end for T.J. Houshmandzadeh, who would have cost the team a ton more money as a franchised wide out. The average salary of a franchised wide out is $9.88, compared to just $2.48 million for an averaged franchise kicker. Graham’s 85.6 percent career field goal ... Read Full Story

Shayne Graham missed a 47-yard field goal late in OT that could have won the game for the Bengals, and the game ended in a tie. The Bengals were not without their chances to win it, but couldn’t seem to capitalize on the the excellent field position they were handed in overtime. This was an ugly game that saw both teams combine for 6 turnovers, including 4 by Donovan McNabb alone. The last game to end in a tie was in November of 2002 in a game between Steelers and Falcons. There was no scoring in the first quarter, but a Mcnabb fumble on ... Read Full Story

Shayne Graham missed a 47-yard field goal late in OT that could have won the game for the Bengals, and the game ended in a tie. The Bengals were not without their chances to win it, but couldn’t seem to capitalize on the the excellent field position they were handed in overtime. This was an ugly game that saw both teams combine for 6 turnovers, including 4 by Donovan McNabb alone. The last game to end in a tie was in November of 2002 in a game between Steelers and Falcons. There was no scoring in the first quarter, but a Mcnabb fumble on ... Read Full Story

Shayne Graham missed a 47-yard field goal late in OT that could have won the game for the Bengals, and the game ended in a tie. The Bengals were not without their chances to win it, but couldn’t seem to capitalize on the the excellent field position they were handed in overtime. This was an ugly game that saw both teams combine for 6 turnovers, including 4 by Donovan McNabb alone. The last game to end in a tie was in November of 2002 in a game between Steelers and Falcons. There was no scoring in the first quarter, but a Mcnabb fumble on ... Read Full Story

Cincinnati Bengals kicker Shayne Graham has signed his franchise tender and will receive a guaranteed 2009 salary of $2.483 million, which is the average of the league's five highest-paid kickers. “ We’re happy Shayne is signed in advance of our offseason camps ,” head coach Marvin Lewis said, “and this does not preclude our continuing to talk to Shayne and his representatives about reaching a longer-term agreement.” Teams and franchise players can negotiate longer-term contracts until July 15th. Otherwise, they'll have to wait until after the 2009 season. Graham ranks fourth all-time in the NFL for field goal accuracy (85.6 percent). Read Full Story