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 |
T.O. violates league policy by tweeting one hour before game
The league has reason to fine WR Terrell Owens before his Week Five game against the Buccaneers even begins.
Bengals WR Shipley out for Sunday; WR Ochocinco probable
The Bengals have ruled out rookie WR Jordan Shipley for Sunday's game against the Bucs. Shipley suffered a concussion in Week Four after a hit from Browns S T.J. Ward.
Bengals' ground game off-stride
Through one-quarter of the season, the Bengals were still searching for answers for their running game.
T.O. proves he can still excel in right situation
The circumstances set up perfectly for Bengals WR Terrell Owens in Sunday's contest, and he responded with a vintage outing.
Brown hold on for 23-20 win over Bengals
The Browns finally held on to a fourth-quarter lead, surviving a big day by Terrell Owens for their first win, 23-20 over the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday.
Bengals' passing game off to slow start
The Bengals' passing game is again trying to find its rhythm, even after several offseason moves made with an eye on the attack hitting the high notes of old.
Bengals pull away to beat Panthers 20-7
Cedric Benson scored a pair of TDs in the Bengals' 20-7 victory over the Panthers on Sunday to spoil Jimmy Clausen's first NFL start.
PK Nugent hitting his stride again
In PK Mike Nugent, Bengals special-teams coach Darrin Simmons sees someone driven to recapture his past form.
Nugent kicks Bengals past Baltimore
Mike Nugent made a career-high five kicks, two of them in the closing minutes Sunday, and Cincinnati's up-to-the-challenge defense made it hold up for a 15-10 victory over the Ravens.
Bengals avoid blackout for home opener
The Bengals announced Thursday that they have avoided a blackout for Sunday's home opener against the Ravens. The game has been declared a sellout.
Bengals' pass rush disappoints, remains area to watch
The Bengals, who notched at least one sack in 14-of-16 regular-season games last season, didn't record a sack in Week One in a humbing loss to New England, raising concerns about their pass rush.
Palmer-to-Ocho still the connection in Cincy
When Terrell Owens signed with the Bengals this offseason, he and Chad Ochocinco deemed themselves "Batman and Robin." But in Week One, it was the Boy Wonder who outshined the Caped Crusader.
Brady, Welker produce as Pats beat Bengals 38-24
Tom Brady threw two of his three touchdown passes to Wes Welker, who returned from a serious knee injury, and led the New England Patriots to a 38-24 win over the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday.
Bengals DE Odom appealing four-game suspension
Bengals DE Antwan Odom admitted on his Twitter page that he has tested positive for a banned substance but that he is appealing the league-mandated four-game suspension.
Ohio senator asks Goodell to reconsider blackout policy
Ohio Senator Sherrod Brown wrote a letter to NFL commissioner Roger Goodell asking him to reconsider the league's blackout policy.
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.
