Leader for Bengals' offensive line emerges
Cincinnati Bengals08/16/2009 6:44 PM The Dayton Daily News reports this year’s Cincinnati Bengals have been labeled a sexy pick as one of the unlikeliest NFL teams to reach the Super Bowl, much like the Arizona Cardinals in 2008. But if the Bengals are to live up to the expectations of being the league’s surprise team, their makeshift offensive line will have to play a major role. The success of the offensive line will undoubtedly determine the effectiveness of quarterback Carson Palmer through the air and running back Cedric Benson on the ground. The unit has shown some solidarity during training camp and second-year center Kyle Cook appears to be the guy who sets the tone. Bengals assistant head coach/offensive line Coach Paul Alexander is confident that what Cook brings to the field will improve the team’s maligned offensive line. Read more