P Larson, LB Jones re-sign

The Bengals today signed punter Kyle Larson to a five-year contract and linebacker Dhani Jones to a three-year deal.

Larson has been the Bengals starting punter for four seasons, and has averaged 42.8 yards a punt during his career.

"I set goals at the start of every season, and I want to just keep getting better every year," Larson said in a statement. "Cincinnati has been so good to me and my wife, I feel very fortunate to be staying here and getting the chance to keep playing in front of our fans."

Agent Rob Roche said Larson "is very happy deal. He's had a great four years with the Bengals. He's looking forward to another great five."

Jones started playing for the Bengals in 2007, making nine starts at outside linebacker. He ranked second in the team in tackles (111), and tied for the team lead in forced fumbles (two).

"Dhani did a good job, on and off the field, as a leader," Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis said. "He had been a starting player for a long time in the NFL, but he was willing to come in and accept whatever role was given to him. He had a quick ‘training camp’ for a few games, and soon he was one of our core players."