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Mark Curnutte started covering the Bengals and the NFL for The Enquirer in 2000. He previously wrote about urban affairs and other social issues for the Enquirer. He won the prestigious 1994 Unity Award from Lincoln University (Missouri) for "A Polite Silence," a seven-day series about race relations in Greater Cincinnati. He also has worked as an assistant features editor and features writer at The News & Observer in Raleigh, N.C. Curnutte is second vice president and a three-year board member of the Professional Football Writers of America (PFWA). He is a 1984 Miami University graduate.

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Monday, November 20, 2006

Bengals' secondary still reeling

Cornerback Keiwan Ratliff (bruised ribs) joined two other regulars in the defensive backfield -- starting strong safety Dexter Jackson (Achilles) and top cornerback Deltha O'Neal (shoulder) -- as questionable for the game Sunday at Cleveland.

The Bengals, who improved to 5-5 Sunday with the 31-16 victory at New Orleans, have an opportunity to get back over .500 and better their AFC North division record to 3-1 with a victory against the Browns.

Division record can be a key tiebreaker in determining wildcard playoff berths.

Linebacker Brian Simmons (neck) and left offensive tackle Levi Jones (knee) are questionable, Bengals coach Marvin Lewis said this afternoon at his news conference.

Wide receiver Kelley Washington (hamstring) is doubtful. Center Rich Braham (knee) and starting right guard Bobbie Williams (appendix) are out.


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