Week In Review: Remembering Ken Riley
A lot of old teammates took Louis Breeden's lead and spent Sunday reflecting on how lucky they were to be in on the life of Bengals legend Ken Riley. "The first thing I thought of today when I heard was that big smile," said Dave Lapham of Riley's death. "As great a player as he was, he was just an incredible human being."
Down On The Corner, They Honor Ken Riley's Hall-Worthy 65
We are down here on the corner talking to three cornerbacks about one of the greatest NFL corners to ever live. They're all trying to explain just how hard it is to get an NFL interception. Listen to Hall-of-Famers Mel Blount and Dick LeBeau, as well as a former Florida A&M corner who played for Ken Riley. Ken Riley II.
Looking back at the career of Bengals legend Ken Riley, who passed away at the age of 72. Riley played 15 seasons for the Bengals as a defensive back, with 65 career interceptions for 596 yards and five touchdowns -- all franchise records.
1. Ken Riley - 65 interceptions
Ken Riley of the Cincinnati Bengals dives to bring down San Francisco 49ers fullback Earl Cooper (49) at the Pontiac Silverdome in Super Bowl XVI on January 24, 1982. (AP Photo / Al Messerschmidt)
Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Ken Riley (13) returns an interception during an NFL pre-season game against the Green Bay Packers in Cincinnati, Sept. 4, 1971. The Bengals defeated the Packers 27-24 at Riverfront Stadium. (AP Photo/Vernon Biever)
Bengals Listen First, Pledge Action
Against the backdrop of NFL players and coaches speaking out during nation-wide protests, the Bengals have made a commitment to listening and to action, including a pledge of $250,000 to community initiatives to be selected by players, coaches and staff together.
Bengals Emerge Resolved From Emotional Meeting
Shawn Williams, one of the captains just emerging from one of his most emotional days with the Bengals, knew it had to be done. "We had a meeting airing it all out," said Williams of a day head coach Zac Taylor set aside for feelings instead of football.
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Wide receiver Chad Johnson (85) of the Cincinnati Bengals celebrates a touchdown catch against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Paul Brown Stadium Nov. 2, 2008 in Cincinnati. (Al Messerschmidt via AP)
Bengals offensive tackle Willie Anderson blocks out in pass coverage against the New Orleans Saints on Dec. 22, 2002.
Bengals defensive end Justin Smith celebrates a sack against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Dec. 30, 2001.
Cincinnati Bengals running back Cedric Benson (32) breaks a tackle by Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Justin Durant (56) in the first quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 2, 2008, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)
Bengals fans celebrate prior to a game against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Oct. 23, 2005.
Defensive end Antwan Odom rushes the passer against the Denver Broncos on Sept. 13, 2009.
Bengals safety Roy Williams goes out in coverage during a game against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sept. 27, 2009.
Tackle Levi Jones jumps out in pass protection in a game against the Tennessee Titans on Nov. 25, 2007.
Cincinnati Bengals receiver T.J. Houshmandzadeh signs autographs after practice at football training camp, Sunday, July 29, 2007, in Georgetown, Ky. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)
Free safety Mark Roman and defensive end Justin Smith make a tackle in a game against the Houston Texans on Nov. 9, 2003.
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Carson Palmer (9) in action against the Chicago Bears in the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Ed Reinke)
Cincinnati Bengals receiver Chad Johnson (85) avoids a tackle by Miami Dolphins defender Will Poole (27) in the first quarter Sunday, Sept. 19, 2004, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)
Cincinnati Bengals receiver Chris Henry, left, makes a fingertip catch in the fourth quarter over Jacksonville Jaguars defender Rashean Mathis on Sunday, Oct. 9, 2005, in Jacksonville, Fla.(AP Photo/Phil Coale)
Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Leon Hall intercepts a pass intended for Cleveland Browns wide receiver Braylon Edwards (17) and returns it for a touchdown during the first quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 21, 2008, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Mark Duncan)
Cincinnati Bengals running back Brandon Bennett (36) celebrates in the stands after scoring on a 19-yard run in the third quarter, Sunday, Oct. 22, 2000, against the Denver Broncos. Cincinnati won their first game of the season, 31-21. (AP Photo/David Kohl)
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Kyle Boller (8) gets sacked and fumbles the football during a Week 8 NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paul Brown Stadium in Cincinnati, Ohio on October 19, 2003. (AP Photo/Scott Boehm)
A general view of the interior of Paul Brown Stadium during the NFL football game between the Denver Broncos against against the Cincinnati Bengals in Cincinnati, Ohio on October, 22, 2000. The Bengals defeated the Broncos 31-21. (AP Photo/Scott Boehm)
Cincinnati Bengals running back Corey Dillon rushes for a first down during a preseason game against the Buffalo Bills in 2001.
Linebacker Dhani Jones of the Cincinnati Bengals runs in pursuit against the Arizona Cardinals at Paul Brown Stadium on November 18, 2007 in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Cincinnati Bengals' T.J. Houshmandzadeh (84) jumps on Chad Johnson (85) after Johnson scored on a 75-yard touchdown pass from Carson Palmer in the first quarter against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Sept. 18, 2005, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)
The Bengals team captains walk onto the field at the New Orleans Superdome before a game against the Saints on Nov. 19, 2006.
Punter Kyle Larson #19 of the Cincinnati Bengals punts the football against the Cleveland Browns at Cleveland Browns Stadium on September 11, 2005 in Cleveland, Ohio. T
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