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The Life of Brian

chazerize — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 16:24:11 -0000

In the discussion about Jordan Shipley looking to be ready for Training Camp, a debate kind of started about the benefits (or lack their of) of Brian Leonard being on the Bengals roster in 2012. I personally am on the Pro-Leonard team, as he has been one of the better third down back options, and seems to come up with big plays when they matter most (example: 4th quarter in Buffalo) Also, as the season recap stated in the beginning of this year

Brian Leonard was the only Bengals running back to have a high grade in 2011. Once again he served as the team's third-down back and once again he made some exciting plays. Leonard carried the ball 20 times for 119 yards, which adds up to six yards per carry. He also caught 28 passes for a total of 246 yards. He's by far the best receiver out of the backfield and he consistently seems to make plays when the Bengals need him to. He earned a PFF grade of 6.9 with a rushing grade of 2.2 and a receiving grade of 4.0.

So, as the debate carried on, I turn to the masses as to where we stand on Brian Leonard. Vote and discuss below. And let's not forget, no matter what opinion or vote you cast, we're all wearing Black and Orange in our hearts.

Poll

What's your opinion on Brian Leonard and what his role should be?

Keep him where he is (3rd down back, ST). He's producing what he should produce there.

62 votes

Give him more playing time as a feature back, and let's see what he could do

22 votes

Time to cut ties. It's been a good run, but it's time for a change

4 votes

He's never been anything special. One or two good plays, and nothing more.

7 votes

I only like him because he's white (it was asked, so we'll make it an option)

4 votes

99 votes | Poll has closed

Pirates Fans Not Feeling the Chapman Love

chazerize — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 12:21:45 -0000

Pirates Fans Not Feeling the Chapman Love

Good points, or jealousy that they didn't make the move that we made.

Smith wants to sign

chazerize — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 16:38:15 -0000

Andre Smith is claiming that he is wanting to be in camp on time because he will be making a transition in the position he will be playing. As of now he's saying all the right things, but I'm still going to believe it when I see it and he's actually at camp. I'm hopeful that all the picks our signed and ready to go come camp opening.

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