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Arrests, suspensions threaten team chemistry

By John Clayton
ESPN.com

Monday, July 17, 2006

Raw talent in professional sports can be a dangerous tease. The Bengals are just the latest franchise seduced. After more than a decade of futility, the Bengals became a player in the NFL, thanks to the vision of head coach Marvin Lewis. Lewis updated a franchise that fell ridiculously behind in the times. He weeded out malcontents. He brought in veterans from winning teams as leaders. His credibility around the sport has allowed Cincinnati to become more of a factor during free agency. The Be ...

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