Chad Johnson could be on the market
Last offseason, the Bengals reportedly turned down an offer of two first-round picks from Washington for Chad Johnson. Refusing that monster deal indicated that Ocho Cinco was essentially not on the market. That may not be the case anymore.
Yahoo's Jason Cole is getting mixed messages, but he has sources that believe the Bengals are willing to trade Johnson.
T.J. Housmandzadeh says Johnson wants out, and that is supported by the wideout's absence at Cincy's offseason conditioning program. Johnson will forgo a $250,000 workout bonus if he doesn't show up soon.
Despite Johnson's terrible '08 season, there should be a market for a receiver who led the AFC in receiving four straight years. Profootballtalk writes there "is some belief" the Raiders have interest, which makes a lot of sense on paper. They need weapons.
Johnson has mostly kept his mouth shut this offseason, but his desire to leave the Bengals for riches elsewhere hasn't changed. This year, he might get his wish.
Yahoo's Jason Cole is getting mixed messages, but he has sources that believe the Bengals are willing to trade Johnson.
T.J. Housmandzadeh says Johnson wants out, and that is supported by the wideout's absence at Cincy's offseason conditioning program. Johnson will forgo a $250,000 workout bonus if he doesn't show up soon.
Despite Johnson's terrible '08 season, there should be a market for a receiver who led the AFC in receiving four straight years. Profootballtalk writes there "is some belief" the Raiders have interest, which makes a lot of sense on paper. They need weapons.
Johnson has mostly kept his mouth shut this offseason, but his desire to leave the Bengals for riches elsewhere hasn't changed. This year, he might get his wish.
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Chad, can you say GIANTS or BEARS? Fill the Big Blue Hole for Eli, or wouldn't Baby Jay love that deal.
We in Cincinnati will likely not miss him. Too much drama off the field, and way, way too selfish. Makes TO look like a humble guy!