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 |
Mediator assigned to help in 'Pacman' Jones case
The Nevada Supreme Court wants a mediator to review a man's effort to collect damages from the NFL for his injury in a 2007 melee involving "Pacman" Jones.
Bengals sign veteran C Faine
The Bengals signed C Jeff Faine on Wednesday, one day after hosting the veteran for a tryout.
With C Cook injured, Bengals host veteran Faine
The severity of Bengals' starting C Kyle Cook's ankle injury is unclear, prompting Cincinnati to bring in former Buccaneer Jeff Faine for a visit.
Bengals place five on I.R.
The Bengals placed CB Brandon Ghee, CB Shaun Prater, WR-CB Taveon Rogers, S Robert Sands and OG Travelle Wharton on injured reserve.
Dolphins OG Steinbach to retire
Dolphins OG Eric Steinbach will announce his retirement Wednesday, head coach Joe Philbin said.
Buccaneers claim WR Shipley
The Buccaneers claimed former Bengals WR Jordan Shipley off waivers, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported.
DE Anderson looking like nice addition for Bengals
DE Jamaal Anderson, who has gotten a look as a starter because of injuries, looks like he will have a spot in the Bengals’ DL rotation this season.
Bengals cut WR Shipley
The Bengals announced Friday that they have waived WR Jordan Shipley and PK Thomas Weber.
Packers sign RB Benson
Veteran RB Cedric Benson has signed with the Packers, the team announced on Sunday.
Bengals' CB depth hurt by injuries
The Bengals have the makings of solid CB depth, but as the preseason began, injuries had taken their toll on the position.
Bengals cut DE Harvey
The Bengals announced Sunday that they have terminated the contract of DE Derrick Harvey.
Bengals extend Lewis' contract through 2014
The Bengals have signed head coach Marvin Lewis to a contract extension through the 2014 season, the club said Tuesday.
Bengals place Kirkpatrick on non-football injury list
The Bengals placed CB Dre Kirkpatrick, who suffered a leg injury before camp, on the active/non-football injury list.
Report: Bengals extend Zimmer's contract
The Bengals reportedly signed defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer to a contract extension through the 2014 season.
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.
