The Bengals are going through one of the biggest shakeups the organization has undergone in over 15 years. The team parted ways with Marvin Lewis who led the team for 16 seasons
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http://www.thebengalslockerroom.com/authentic-alex-redmond-jersey , according to Albert Breer of MMQB.While it isn’t Katie Blackburn by herself, she has clearly emerged as the apparent heir to the Bengals throne ahead of her brother Paul Brown. It appears that how Taylor fairs as a head coach will be the first judgement of how well Blackburn will fair as the lead decision maker.It really is hard to imagine any major shakeups as far as how the team is built. The philosophy of keeping your franchise changing players and building through the draft will likely remain the philosophy of this team, considering how long Blackburn has had a hand in the organization, but it is still refreshing that the Bengals are likely moving towards her taking over for her father. Andy Dalton has a reserved parking space near to the players' entrance at Paul Brown Stadium this year.The leisurely walk reminds him that he's no longer an up-and-comer.The chances to break that long playoff drought are starting to dwindle for the 30-year-old quarterback.Coming off one of his least-productive seasons, Dalton is the focus of a reconfigured offense that will put more emphasis on long plays. The Bengals showed flashes of it during preseason.In the opener, Dalton completed 6 of 8 passes, four of them for at least 20 yards — a satisfying showing for an offense that was among the worst at big plays last season.Dalton completed 71 percent of his throws in preseason with four touchdowns, one interception — the receiver fell on his route — and a passer rating of 130.9."I felt real comfortable with the way I played
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Womens Andrew Billings Jersey , each in their eighth seasons.Coach Marvin Lewis awards parking places near the players' entrance to those with the most experience. Dalton has graduated to one of the coveted spots."I feel like I'm one of the oldest on the team," he said.INJURY UPDATESLeft tackle Cordy Glenn was limited in practice Wednesday because of a shoulder injury suffered during the preseason. Receiver Cody Core was held out with a back injury.BAD DAYS IN INDYThe Bengals are looking to break a streak of eight straight losses in Indianapolis, including a 26-10 playoff defeat in the first round of the 2014 season. Dalton was only 18 of 35 for 155 yards in an offense missing an injured Green.