Answering questions about Graham, Andrews

GEORGETOWN, Ky. -- The only thing that might be keeping offensive lineman Stacy Andrews off the field is the talent starting ahead of him. The Bengals' hard work and faith in Andrews appear to be paying off. He's had two years of work in practice. His technique sure has improved, but just how much we won't know until he can get on the field in a regular-season game. (updated Aug. 4 at 1 p.m. per reader question:) Andrews' contract will expire after the 2006 season; he had signed a three-year rookie contract. The Bengals will have the ability to re-sign Andrews, offer him a tender or match any offer sheet Andrews might sign with another team.

Shayne Graham was nailing field goals from up to 40 yards the other morning in practice. He has kicked-off live on a couple of times, and the hang-time looked to be good. A few times, kicks backed up the return men at the other end of the field. Like many parts of Bengals' camp, Graham's kickoffs look to be moving in a positive direction.