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In a series of Los Angeles-based television appearances today, Johnson said he would not participate in the team’s off-season strength and conditioning program beginning Monday. "I will not be there," he said during a late afternoon stop at Current TV and Current.com. "There are a lot of issues that need to be dealt with. Nothing has changed."
Reported by the Cincinnati Enquirer
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The Bengals will begin their off-season strength and conditioning program at Paul Brown Stadium. It is not mandatory, though Johnson – who has been a regular attendee every year since drafted by the Bengals in 2001 – can earn a $250,000 workout bonus by participating. As noted in a previous item, Johnson -- largely quiet since the week before the Super Bowl -- appeared on ESPN2's "First Take" earlier today. Johnson was noncommittal when asked if he'll be playing for the Bengals this year. During a Tuesday afternoon appearance on NFL Network Total Access, Johnson -- after considerable prodding -- again reiterated his desire for "a change of scenery."
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