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The Bengals look ready to take on a new offensive identity next season, and Benson couldn't be happier. Cincinnati hired Jay Gruden as its OC two weeks ago to replace the fired Bob Bratkowski. Under Bratkowski, the Bengals offense was ranked 20th last season and 27th in rushing. Gruden plans to change that and stress a strong running game. "We're not going to spread out and go no-huddle every down and throw the ball 65 times a game," said Gruden. "I intend on pounding the ball and being able to pound the ball."
Reported by USA Today
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Not surprisingly, Gruden's vow to run the ball more appeals to Benson, explaining why he'd be keen to return to a franchise with two winning seasons in the last 20 years. "Well, [Gruden is] my kind of guy. That's my game. I'm excited about this guy. I think Gruden is exactly what Cincinnati needs. I think it's going to be an exciting season. ..." Benson, who's scheduled to become a free agent on March 4 but wants to remain in Cincinnati, is coming off his second consecutive 1,000-yard season and knows his next deal could be his final long-term contract.
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