Scott Kooistra News

The Bengals have re-signed defensive tackle Orien Harris and waived seventh-year guard Scott Kooistra to make room on the roster.

CINCINNATI a ' The Cincinnati Bengals released former Portsmouth and Penn State standout Gerald Cadogan from their practice squad on Tuesday.

According to a press release, the Bengals made the following changes to their roster: WR Chris Henry has been placed on the Reserve/Injured list.

The Cincinnati Bengals placed wide receiver Chris Henry on injured reserve Monday, ending his season.Henry left early in the second quarter of Sunday's 17-7 victory over the Baltimore Ravens due to a fracture of his left forearm.

Offensive line coach Paul Alexander came off the practice field Thursday choosing not to discuss the status of rookie right tackle Andre Smith but the impact of veteran Scott Kooistra, cut Tuesday to make room for fullback Fui Vakapuna .

BEREA, Ohio -- Armed with thousands of e-mails and seeking answers, two die-hard fans met with Browns owner Randy Lerner to discuss the team's problems.

The convoluted ouster of George Kokinis as Cleveland's general manager barely made a ripple in the Browns' locker room.

Seventh-year pro has played in Games 2-3 on special teams ... Inactive for Game 1 vs.

The Bengals have released offensive guard Scott Kooistra, ending his seven-year career in Cincinnati.

Also down were backup SAM linebacker and big special teams contributor Rashad Jeanty with a fractured finger.

Offensive tackle Andre Smith probably won't be on the practice field for another week or two, but he's comfortable with the progress he is making recovering from his fractured left foot.

All Bengals but Jones and right tackle Andre Smith looked to be dressed. Out on the field early was offensive lineman Scott Kooistra who had been limited Wednesday and Thursday.

Wide receiver Chris Henry was back on the field for Friday's practice and says he will be ready for Sunday's opener against the Broncos.

At his Wednesday news conference Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis said all his players but cornerback David Jones are available for Sunday's 1 p.m. opener at Paul Brown Stadium against the Broncos.

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