The Facts: Johnson, expected to play after returning to practice last week, was a late scratch Sunday night due to a hamstring problem.
Diehards Line:According to the team's official web site, pre-game buzz said Johnson's hamstring tightened following a couple of practices last week. Per Bengals.com online editor Geoff Hobson, Johnson didn't work Friday during the club's last practice. ... Meanwhile, Chris Perry, who rushed for 42 yards and one touchdown Monday night against Green Bay in the preseason opener, started last night's game and played well. The situation bears watching.