Rudi out for Patriots

The Bengals have ruled tailback Rudi Johnson out for the Monday night game against the Patriots.

Johnson (hamstring) was one of four players listed as out, along with linebacker Rashad Jeanty, safety Ethan Kilmer and wide receiver Tab Perry.

Johnson, who has played in 64 consecutive games, will not play, barring a "significant, unexpected recovery," the Bengals said.

Kenny Watson will start in Johnson's place.

The rest of the injury report:

Did Not Participate in Practice
OT Willie Anderson, foot
WR T.J. Houshmandzadeh, knee
LB Caleb Miller, back

Limited Participation in Practice
G Stacy Andrews, shoulder
LB Ahmad Brooks, groin
DE Justin Smith, foot

Full Participation in Practice
C Eric Ghiaciuc, tumb
LB Anthony Schlegel, toe