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Chick Ludwig covers the Cincinnati Bengals. He also writes about his other passions: college football, basketball and golf.Home > Blogs > Chick Ludwig At Large > Archives > 2008 > September > 17 > Entry
C’mon, Keith Rivers, let’s go
RIVERS SHOWING PRODUCTION;
CAN THE ‘D’ FOLLOW HIS LEAD?
DHANI JONES, KEITH RIVERS
TOP TACKLERS ON BENGALS
WITH 23 AND 22 STOPS
Slowly, but surely, Cincinnati Bengals rookie weakside linebacker Keith Rivers is living up to his reputation as a hard-worker and leader.
He’s showing the production that made him a first-round draft pick.
His job now is to pull his defensive teammates along and make sure they play hard and smart for 60 minutes.
The unit needs a peak performance against the New York Giants, who have great offensive balance.
The Bengals’ front seven must have more discipline in order to contain the run.
If not, the defense will get exploited by the Giants’ play-action and quarterback Eli Manning’s ability to go throw deep.
The Bengals yield too many explosive plays. That’s why they’re searching for their first win.
IN MARVIN LEWIS’ WORDS:
“Keith’s gotten an indoctrination by fire in the NFL, which is good. I’m pleased with the things he’s doing. He wanted to tackle better after the first week, and he worked his tail off last week on the practice field, and did a much better job in the game, and will continue to be a very conscientious player. He’s having fun. He’s being productive. He’s making plays. And I think he’ll just keep getting better and better.”
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