Cincinnati Bengals
Reggie Nelson - #20 - S
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 5' 11"/ 210 lbs. |
| Birthday | 09/21/1983 |
| Birthplace | Melbourne, FL |
| College | Florida |
| Years played | 7 |
| Drafted | 2007, 1st round, 21st pick by Jaguars |
2012 STATS
| Tack | FF | Int |
|---|---|---|
| 83 | 2 | 3 |
Report: Bengals QB Palmer will start vs. Colts
Bengals QB Carson Palmer is expected to start on Sunday against the Colts following his return to practice on Friday, according to the Cincinnati Enquirer.
Bengals ORT Smith breaks foot in practice
Bengals ORT Andre Smith likely will be out the remainder of the season after breaking his foot in practice on Wednesday, according to PFW correspondent and Cincinnati Enquirer reporter Joe Reedy.
AFC North midseason reports
Rookie C Maurkice Pouncey has been the biggest surprise on a surprising Steelers team, as you'll learn in reading our midseason reports on the AFC North teams.
Bengals release TE Foschi, sign Coffman
The Bengals released TE J.P. Foschi and elevated TE Chase Coffman from their practice squad to the 53-man roster.
Receiver frustration hits stars hard
For Larry Fitzgerald, the Panthers' Steve Smith, Chad Ochocinco and Wes Welker, not catching passes at their normal rates has led to some frustration.
Steelers preserve 27-21 win over Bengals
Mike Wallace caught a 39-yard TD pass from Antwaan Randle El off a trick play Monday night, and Pittsburgh turned a fumble, a blocked punt and an interception into points before barely holding on for a 27-21 victory over Cincinnati.
Monday-night inactives
The Steelers and Bengals have announced their inactives for Monday night's game.
Bengals sign DT McDonald
The Bengals signed DT Clinton McDonald from the practice squad and waived CB Rico Murray on Monday.
Saturday injury report for Steelers-Bengals
Here is the injury report for the Week Nine Monday-night game, Pittsburgh at Cincinnati, showing the status of each injured player and to what degree each participated in his team's practices.
Crocker: GW play from Bengals' 'D' can spark turnaround
It has been a disappointing season for the Bengals' defense, but Bengals FS Chris Crocker believes some timely play from the group could be just the spark the team needs as it attempts to rally from a poor start.
Three-and-out with Bengals S Chris Crocker
PFW recently caught up with Bengals S Chris Crocker, who played three seasons with the Browns (2003-05) at the beginning of his career, and asked him about a couple of Cleveland-related topics, including his take on the 2010 Browns.
Defensive woes, costly errors among Bengals' big concerns
These are desperate times for the defending AFC North-champion Bengals, whose record fell to 2-5 after a 22-14 loss to Miami on Sunday.
Carpenter has 5 FGs, Dolphins beat Bengals 22-14
Dan Carpenter kicked five for the second game in a row - a rare NFL feat - and the Miami Dolphins managed to overcome another goofy play Sunday, beating the Cincinnati Bengals 22-14 to remain perfect on the road.
Bengals sign Murray to 53-man roster
The Bengals have elevated S Rico Murray from their practice squad to the 53-man roster.
Blackout lifted for Bengals-Dolphins game
The Bengals announced Friday that Sunday's home game against the Dolphins has sold out, lifting the local television blackout.
PLAYER NEWS
Nelson was inactive for Cincinnati with a hamstring injury Sunday.|||||||
Taylor Mays is expected to start in his place alongside Nate Clements.
The Cincinnati Bengals got former first-round pick Reggie Nelson from Jacksonville in a trade of defensive backs on Saturday.|||||||
Nelson was the 21st overall pick in 2007 out of Florida. He had an impressive rookie season - 82 tackles, five interceptions, two forced fumbles and a sack. Since then, he's had only two interceptions and his tackles total has dropped.He shifted positions at Jacksonville after starting as a roaming safety. He spent time at cornerback and was part of nickel pass defenses.
Nelson (knee) will miss Sunday's game against Pittsburgh, Jacksonville coach Jack Del Rio said Friday.|||||||
Nelson bruised a knee two weeks ago at Indianapolis when he collided with teammate Brian Williams and sat out last week's game against Houston. He missed practice all week.
The Jaguars will likely be without Nelson on Sunday.|||||||
Nelson, who injured a knee in last week's game against Indianapolis when he collided with teammate Brian Williams, was ruled out Friday.
Nelson missed part of Tuesday's practice.|||||||
Nelson injured his thigh in practice last week, but played against the Steelers. He was riding a stationary bike during practice Tuesday. Nelson has 57 tackles and a sack this year. Monitor the situation as the week progresses, but unless the injury is really serious, he'll likely play, especially with the Jaguars lacking depth on defense right now.
