Arkansas Bengal Posted August 12, 2023 Report Share Posted August 12, 2023 Kelsey Conway Cincinnati Enquirer The Cincinnati Bengals kicked off the preseason with a home contest against the Green Bay Packers on Friday night ultimately losing 36-19 in front 64,243 fans in attendance. Despite not playing a snap, quarterback Joe Burrow stole the show. For the first time since injuring his calf on July 27, Burrow was seen throwing and running with no apparent setbacks during pre-game warmups. It’s still unclear when Burrow will be cleared to return to practice but what he showed prior to the game hints it could be sooner rather than later. Quarterback Jake Browning started for the Bengals and Trevor Siemian closed out the game in the second half. Both struggled with accuracy and compiled 208 passing yards with 25 completions. The battle for the No. 2 quarterback spot remains undetermined. The only starter to play was safety Dax Hill who wasted no time showing he’s going to be just fine starting at free safety this year. Hill played only three series but his deep pass breakup on Packers’ wide receiver Christian Watson in the first quarter was one of the highlights of the night. Watson had rookie cornerback DJ Turner beat and Hill sprinted from the right hash to the sideline to make a play on the ball showing his range and speed. Here’s what we learned from the Bengals' first preseason game: Get to know safety Tycen Anderson With so much talk about safeties Nick Scott and Hill taking over starting roles for the Bengals, Tycen Anderson was a name lost in the shuffle. And after his performance against the Packers, that’s no longer the case. The first half belonged to Anderson after he recorded two interceptions, one for a touchdown. Anderson was drafted by the Bengals in the fifth round of the 2022 NFL draft out of Toledo. Cincinnati traded up eight spots to pick Anderson. After playing in all three preseason games last year, Anderson was placed on injured reserve with a hamstring injury that kept him out for most of the season. He was cleared to return to practice on Jan. 11, a week before the Bengals played their first playoff game against the Baltimore Ravens. “It’s a great moment, I’ve put in a lot of hard work to get to this position,” Anderson said following his performance. “I’m just excited to be in those moments and take advantage of my opportunities.” After missing majority of his rookie season due to an injury, Anderson said he’s focused more on taking care of his body and hopefully it leads to him being able to play fast and without hesitation. A position of question now looks like it could be one of strength because of the depth the Bengals have at safety. Scott and Hill will start and behind them defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo has options with rookie third-round pick Jordan Battle and Anderson in the fold. Rookies Chase Brown, Andrei Iosivas impress on offense Running back Chase Brown and wide receiver Andrei Iosivas both showed flashes of what they can be in the future for Cincinnati. Brown, drafted in the fifth round, showed his illusiveness on one catch-and-run play that resulted in a 21-yard gain for the Bengals. He’s expected to have a role in the offense this year with Joe Mixon carrying the load. The Bengals want to be more explosive in the run game and the hope is that Brown will help with that. Brown finished the night with 12 rushing yards on eight attempts and three receptions for 33 yards. “I feel like in preseason that’s your time to show you can make plays,” Brown said. Iosivas led the Bengals in targets with 10 and caught four passes for 50 yards. The former track star turned wide receiver is raw and intriguing. His 6-foot-3, 212-pound frame gives the Bengals another big, physical target. Iosivas is gaining more confidence each day and he showed as much under the bright lights at Paycor Stadium. Bengals injury updates A few players suffered injuries on Friday night. Linebacker Joe Bachie was ruled out with a chest injury and tight end Tanner Hudson didn’t return due to concussion protocol. Bachie’s injury is one to keep an eye on as his career thus far has been marred with injuries. The undrafted free agent from Michigan State suffered a knee injury late in the 2021 season and spent first six weeks of the 2022 season on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list. He returned in the middle of the season and played a key role on special teams. The Bengals’ coaching staff offers high praise of Bachie and what he can do on the field when healthy. He’s someone they are counting on to provide depth in the linebacker room. https://www.cincinnati.com/story/sports/nfl/bengals/2023/08/11/lessons-learned-from-bengals-loss-to-packers-in-nfl-preseason/70580381007/ 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
|High School Harry| Posted August 12, 2023 Report Share Posted August 12, 2023 It's been awhile. Welcome back. You've been missed. Thanks for the post, too, btw. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason Posted August 12, 2023 Report Share Posted August 12, 2023 Guys I was impressed by: Tycen Anderson, Dax Hill, Jordan Battle, Chris Evans, DJ Turner, Domenique Davis, Andrei Iosivas Guys I was not impressed by: Sidney Jones, Trevor Siemian, Chase Brown 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
|High School Harry| Posted August 12, 2023 Report Share Posted August 12, 2023 9 minutes ago, Jason said: Guys I was impressed by: Tycen Anderson, Dax Hill, Jordan Battle, Chris Evans, DJ Turner, Domenique Davis, Andrei Iosivas Guys I was not impressed by: Sidney Jones, Trevor Siemian, Chase Brown And Jackson Carman as the Beaver. If we cut Flounder, will it add money to the cap? Addition by subtraction... Subtract Flounder Add a Roster Spot +. money for Tee and Joe, 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arkansas Bengal Posted August 12, 2023 Author Report Share Posted August 12, 2023 1 hour ago, High School Harry said: It's been awhile. Welcome back. You've been missed. Thanks for the post, too, btw. Glad to be back! 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dex Posted August 12, 2023 Report Share Posted August 12, 2023 1 hour ago, Jason said: Guys I was impressed by: Tycen Anderson, Dax Hill, Jordan Battle, Chris Evans, DJ Turner, Domenique Davis, Andrei Iosivas Guys I was not impressed by: Sidney Jones, Trevor Siemian, Chase Brown Chris Evans had more room to run than Chase Brown, but I will give Evans credit for hitting that seam inside for the one long rush. Last year he wouldn't have shown the patience. So that feels like progress. Brown never was given any seams, but I was mostly pleased with the way he moved the pile after contact. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
|High School Harry| Posted August 12, 2023 Report Share Posted August 12, 2023 1 hour ago, dex said: Chris Evans had more room to run than Chase Brown, but I will give Evans credit for hitting that seam inside for the one long rush. Last year he wouldn't have shown the patience. So that feels like progress. Brown never was given any seams, but I was mostly pleased with the way he moved the pile after contact. yeah, I know, no starters and I'm OK with that but I wonder how much better Joe Sixgun would have done. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
esjbh2 Posted August 12, 2023 Report Share Posted August 12, 2023 2 hours ago, Jason said: Guys I was impressed by: Tycen Anderson, Dax Hill, Jordan Battle, Chris Evans, DJ Turner, Domenique Davis, Andrei Iosivas Guys I was not impressed by: Sidney Jones, Trevor Siemian, Chase Brown As others have noted...I'd take Chase Brown off that list...not that he deserves to be in the "impressed by" list either...and add Carman to "NOT impressed by". Without any of the stars playing, I admit that I really wasn't watching all that closely though so YMMV. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dex Posted August 12, 2023 Report Share Posted August 12, 2023 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dex Posted August 12, 2023 Report Share Posted August 12, 2023 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dex Posted August 12, 2023 Report Share Posted August 12, 2023 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jungletiger Posted August 12, 2023 Report Share Posted August 12, 2023 Chase Brown needs to suck it up and go get his injury taken care of, it's really hampering him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOF dan Posted August 12, 2023 Report Share Posted August 12, 2023 38 minutes ago, Jungletiger said: Chase Brown needs to suck it up and go get his injury taken care of, it's really hampering him. what injury? Did I miss something? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
New Jersey Bengal Posted August 12, 2023 Report Share Posted August 12, 2023 1 hour ago, Jungletiger said: Chase Brown needs to suck it up and go get his injury taken care of, it's really hampering him. Did u mean Charlie Jones? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
membengal Posted August 12, 2023 Report Share Posted August 12, 2023 If he was referring to Charlie Jones, the surgery to "take care of it" will cost him the season. I totally get why he is toughing it out and respect him for it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
membengal Posted August 12, 2023 Report Share Posted August 12, 2023 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
|High School Harry| Posted August 12, 2023 Report Share Posted August 12, 2023 26 minutes ago, membengal said: Was trying to pay attention to Jax Kirkland. Heard on the radio on the way home he had a false start and 5 yd penalty. Laph commented that that is not a good way for an undreafted rookie to make the team. He's huge and could open some holes for Mixon to miss.. Speaking of huge #53 Tautala Pesefea is a 6'3" 314 lb nose tackle who fills up two sport on the D line just my being there. Hard to see number for the hair. Probably won't go anywhere but practice squad but what a piece of meat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
claptonrocks Posted August 12, 2023 Report Share Posted August 12, 2023 6 hours ago, High School Harry said: And Jackson Carman as the Beaver. If we cut Flounder, will it add money to the cap? Addition by subtraction... Subtract Flounder Add a Roster Spot +. money for Tee and Joe, "And Jackson Carman as the " Beaver".. Tickled my funnybone..😊 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jungletiger Posted August 13, 2023 Report Share Posted August 13, 2023 7 hours ago, New Jersey Bengal said: Did u mean Charlie Jones? Yep totally was talking about Charlie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T-Dub Posted August 13, 2023 Report Share Posted August 13, 2023 12 hours ago, High School Harry said: And Jackson Carman as the Beaver. If we cut Flounder, will it add money to the cap? Around $1.3M, about the same as the potential dead cap remaining from his signing bonus. He probably sticks as the backup LT simply for lack of options. Let's hope it snows again if & when we need him. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T-Dub Posted August 13, 2023 Report Share Posted August 13, 2023 Quote Brown finished the night with 12 rushing yards on eight attempts i know this says more about the OL but 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
claptonrocks Posted August 13, 2023 Report Share Posted August 13, 2023 12 hours ago, Jungletiger said: Chase Brown needs to suck it up and go get his injury taken care of, it's really hampering him. Im sure he's trying to as well as show some film about his talent.. Too bad but he's being counted on in a 3 back system. I think he'll prevail to start the season.. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
claptonrocks Posted August 13, 2023 Report Share Posted August 13, 2023 3 hours ago, T-Dub said: i know this says more about the OL but And its practice...😊 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
claptonrocks Posted August 13, 2023 Report Share Posted August 13, 2023 12 hours ago, Jungletiger said: Chase Brown needs to suck it up and go get his injury taken care of, it's really hampering him. Hes injured. He'll heal. Jones should get surgery asap. 6-8 weeks out instead if lingering mobility and probability if further tear. Be smart.. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arkansas Bengal Posted August 13, 2023 Author Report Share Posted August 13, 2023 Bengals: Could there be frontrunners in a couple of interesting position battles? Jake Browning, last year's third-string quarterback, played the entirety of the first half with the rest of the second-team offense, while new signee Trevor Siemian played in the second half. Over at right tackle, Jonah Williams got the night off while Jackson Carman played in the game. Browning ran with the starters in the joint practice with Green Bay and had the favorable reps on Friday. As for the offensive-line tussle, between Friday's participation (or lack thereof) and comments from assistant coach Frank Pollack earlier in training camp, Williams is the clear favorite to cement the right edge of the line. -- Ben Baby https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/38163086/nfl-preseason-2023-week-1-august-10-13-takeaways-schedule-highlights 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.