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2020 Fantasy Stats
   PassingRushingReceivingRetMiscFumFantasy
WkOppResultsYdsTDIntYdsTDRecYdsTDTDFumTD2PTLostPts
1LAC
Loss, 13-16
---7-421-----6.80
2@CLE
Loss, 30-35
---3-522-----7.50
3@PHI
Tie, 23-23
-----355-----8.50
4JAX
Win, 33-25
---19--------1.90
5@BAL
Loss, 3-27
-----14-----1.40
6@IND
Loss, 27-31
---151313-----11.80
7CLE
Loss, 34-37
---37-5591----20.60
8TEN
Win, 31-20
---6213161----22.80
9Bye  ------------0.00
10@PIT
Loss, 10-36
---30-417-----8.70
11@WAS
Loss, 9-20
---18-437-----9.50
12NYG
Loss, 17-19
---32-217-----6.90
13@MIA
Loss, 7-19
---30-2-1-----4.90
14DAL
Loss, 7-30
---8-315----13.30
15PIT
Win, 27-17
---8311141----22.70
16@HOU
Win, 37-31
---65-766-----20.10
17BAL
Loss, 3-38
---7--------0.70
2020 Fantasy Stats
  RushingReceivingFumFantasy
WkOppYdsTDYdsTDLostPts
1LAC,
L 13-16
7-21--6.80
2@CLE,
L 30-35
3-22--7.50
3@PHI,
Tie, 23-23
--55--8.50
4JAX,
W 33-25
19----1.90
5@BAL,
L 3-27
--4--1.40
6@IND,
L 27-31
15113--11.80
7CLE,
L 34-37
37-591-20.60
8TEN,
W 31-20
621161-22.80
9Bye-----0.00
10@PIT,
L 10-36
30-17--8.70
11@WAS,
L 9-20
18-37--9.50
12NYG,
L 17-19
32-17--6.90
13@MIA,
L 7-19
30--1--4.90
14DAL,
L 7-30
8-15-13.30
15PIT,
W 27-17
831141-22.70
16@HOU,
W 37-31
65-66--20.10
17BAL,
L 3-38
7----0.70
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  • Joining Brady and Friends in Tampa

    Bernard is signing a one-year deal with Tampa Bay, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Bernard doesn't offer much as a runner, but he's a reliable pass catcher who also has a reputation for being one of the better pass-blocking RBs in the league. The Bucs tried LeSean McCoy, Leonard Fournette and Ke'Shawn Vaughn in the third-down role at different points last season, and while Fournette finally came around in the playoffs, his missed blocks and drops in the regular season won't be totally forgotten. The Bucs also have Vaughn, Ronald Jones and C.J. Prosise in the backfield, so…read more

    Published: Mon, Apr 12 at 1:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Released by Cincy

    The Bengals released Bernard on Wednesday, Jay Morrison of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Bernard was scheduled for a $3.7 million base salary and up to $400,000 in bonuses in 2021, the second season of a two-year, $10.3 million extension. The Bengals asked him to take a pay cut a few weeks ago, and Bernard then requested his release when it became clear it wouldn't work out. Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports that the 29-year-old running back is "expected to find a new gig soon." Meanwhile, the Bengals are left with Samaje Perine, Trayveon Williams and Jacques Patrick as their…read more

    Published: Wed, Apr 7 at 6:57am by Rotowire.com
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  • On trade block?

    Teams have called the Bengals to ask about Bernard, who could be traded or released if he doesn't restructure his contract, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic reports that a trade or released would free up $4.2 million in cap space while leaving behind a dead-money charge of only $666,000. Keeping Bernard at his current salary isn't likely to be one of the options, but that doesn't necessarily mean the two parties won't be able to work something out. If worst comes to worst and he ends up being released, Bernard should at least attract some interest around the league among teams that need a third-down back.

    Published: Thu, Mar 25 at 10:38am by Rotowire.com
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  • Disappointing finish

    Bernard ended the 2020 season in Week 17 with only three carries for seven yards, playing just 16 offensive snaps. He ended the season with 416 rush yards on 124 carries, good for a mere 3.4 yards per carry. He also had 47 receptions for 355 yards, and had a combined six rushing and receiving touchdowns.

    Analysis: Bernard filled in adequately for an injured Joe Mixon, but had too many games like Week 17, even with Mixon out. He signed for one more year for his age 30 season, carrying a cap number of nearly $4.8 million.

    Published: Wed, Jan 13 at 9:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Totals 131 yards

    Bernard carried the ball 16 times for 65 yards in Week 16 against the Texans. He added seven receptions on eight targets for 66 yards.

    Analysis: Bernard worked as the Bengals' primary back, though Samaje Perine's involvement ensured he couldn't replicate his Week 15 workload. Even with fewer rushes, Bernard was excellent as a receiver and led the team in receptions. That made up for Bernard's relative lack of success on the ground, as he gained five yards on only five of 16 rushing attempts. Bernard's involvement in the passing attack should give him a safe floor even if Perine remains involved for the team's Week 17 matchup against the…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 27 at 2:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Massive workload in win

    Bernard carried 25 times for 83 yards and a touchdown and secured his only target for a 14-yard score in the Bengals' 27-17 win over the Steelers on Monday night.

    Analysis: The veteran running back had topped out at 15 carries during his extended stint as the top back while Joe Mixon (foot) has been on injured reserve, but Monday night he was treated as a bell cow by coach Zac Taylor. The bump in workload was especially significant when considering Bernard had seen just three rushing touches in Week 14 against the Cowboys after fumbling early in the game. He may not see similar volume on a short week when the Bengals face the Texans in Week 16, but the matchup in…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 21 at 9:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Benched after turnover

    Bernard rushed the ball three times for eight yards in Week 14 against the Cowboys. He added three receptions for 15 yards.

    Analysis: Bernard began the game as the Bengals' lead back, but he fumbled on his first carry of the game. He was benched as a result and didn't log another target or reception until the third quarter. Bernard managed to turn things around a bit from there, logging receptions of nine and four yards. Assuming Joe Mixon (foot) is unable to return for the team's Week 15 matchup against the Steelers, Bernard should return to the lead back role. However, he has failed top 35 yards on the ground in each of his…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 13 at 3:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another pedestrian effort in loss

    Bernard rushed 12 times for 30 yards and secured both targets for minus-1 yard in the Bengals' 19-7 loss to the Dolphins on Sunday.

    Analysis: Bernard logged another start for Joe Mixon (IR, foot) and once again struggled to find consistent running room. The veteran continues to be miscast in a lead-back role, having gained 37 yards or fewer on the ground in five of the six games Mixon has missed. However, there's reportedly a solid chance Mixon is back for a favorable Week 14 matchup against the Cowboys, a development that would relegate Bernard back to the complementary role he's much better suited for.

    Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 2:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Produces 49 scrimmage yards

    Bernard carried eight times for 32 yards and caught two of three targets for 17 additional yards during Sunday's 19-17 loss to the Giants.

    Analysis: Bernard's average of 4.0 yards per carry looks respectable at first sight, but nearly half his production came on one carry as he was bottled up on most of his attempts. He received a few looks in the passing game as well but did little outside his long reception of 16 yards. Bernard, who has struggled to the tune of 50.3 scrimmage yards per game despite averaging 11.6 touches over the last three, will hope to get back on track next Sunday against a Dolphins defense that has been easier to beat…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 29 at 3:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared for Week 12

    Bernard (concussion) is active Week 12 against the Giants, Tyler Dragon of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

    Analysis: Bernard worked his way back on the practice field this week and was fully expected to play despite spending some time in concussion protocol. He's again in line to lead the Cincinnati backfield while Joe Mixon (knee) remains on IR, but the circumstances are a bit different now that Brandon Allen is projected to be under center. Regardless of who takes the quarterback snaps, Bernard will be going up against a Giants defense that is giving up the eighth-most fantasy points per game in PPR…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 29 at 8:30am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to suit up Sunday

    Bernard (concussion), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Giants, is expected to play, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Confirmation on that front will arrive when the Bengals' inactive list is posted prior approximately 90 minutes before Sunday's 1 p.m. ET kickoff. Assuming Bernard avoids the inactive list, he'll be in line to head the Cincinnati backfield with Joe Mixon (foot) still on injured reserve. Samaje Perine and Trayveon Williams are on hand to provide depth behind Bernard.

    Published: Sun, Nov 29 at 5:23am by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Sunday

    Bernard (concussion) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus the Giants, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Bernard progressed from no activity at Wednesday's practice to full participation Friday, per Baby. Having said that, the fact Bernard is listed as questionable indicates he has yet to emerge from the concussion protocol. He'll seek to complete the five-phase process in time for Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff. If Bernard doesn't, though, the Bengals backfield will be helmed by some combination of Samaje Perine and Trayveon Williams.

    Published: Fri, Nov 27 at 11:49am by Rotowire.com
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  • At practice Friday

    Bernard (concussion) was present for practice Friday, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: After not practicing Wednesday, Bernard moved to limited participation at Thursday's practice. It remains to be seen if he'll be full-go Friday, but the running back does appear to be trending in the right direction in terms of his availability for Sunday's game against the Giants.

    Published: Fri, Nov 27 at 10:02am by Rotowire.com
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  • Upgrades to limited practice

    Bernard (concussion) was limited at Thursday's practice, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

    Analysis: Bernard made some appreciable progress through the concussion protocol by getting back on the practice field Thursday, one day removed from sitting out entirely. He has one more session to improve his prospects before the Bengals give Bernard a designation for Sunday's game versus the Giants. Aside from Bernard, Cincinnati has two other running backs (Samaje Perine and Trayveon Williams) on the active roster.

    Published: Thu, Nov 26 at 11:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with concussion

    Bernard sat out Wednesday's practice after he was placed in the NFL's concussion protocol, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Bernard presumably picked up the injury in Sunday's loss to Washington. With Joe Mixon (foot) still on injured reserve, Samaje Perine and Trayveon Williams would be in line for added backfield work if Bernard isn't cleared for Sunday's game against the Giants.

    Published: Wed, Nov 25 at 1:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Struggles in Week 11 loss

    Bernard rushed nine times for 18 yards and caught four of five targets for 37 yards in Sunday's 20-9 loss to Washington.

    Analysis: Bernard had been performing admirably as the fill-in starter for Joe Mixon (foot), but Joe Burrow carried the offense on his shoulders with 195 first-half passing yards, and the entire Bengals offense stalled out in the second half after Burrow was carted off with a season-ending knee injury. Between Cincinnati's porous offensive line and the lack of a passing threat with Ryan Finley under center as opposed to Burrow, finding running room won't be easy for Bernard moving forward. Bernard should…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 22 at 3:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Should get multi-game starting run

    Bernard is expected to serve as the Bengals' lead back for at least the team's next three games after Joe Mixon (foot) was placed on injured reserve Saturday, James Rapien of SI.com reports.

    Analysis: Bernard had already been filling in for Mixon in the Bengals' previous three games, playing no fewer than 64 percent of the offensive snaps in any of those contests while scoring three touchdowns and averaging 73.6 yards from scrimmage and 16 touches per contest over that stretch. Samaje Perine looms as a potential threat for work in short-yardage situations, but Bernard's standing as the team's clear top pass-catching option out of the backfield should allow him to hold down something…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 22 at 9:14am by Rotowire.com
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  • Week 11 start awaits

    Bernard is in line to serve as the Bengals' lead back Sunday at Washington after head coach Zac Taylor confirmed Joe Mixon (foot) would be out for a fourth straight game, Jay Morrison of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Bernard had already been starting in Mixon's stead in each of the previous three games, playing no fewer than 64 percent of the offensive snaps in any of those contests while averaging 73.6 scrimmage yards, four receptions and one touchdown over that stretch. Samaje Perine and Trayveon Williams should be active as Bernard's backups Week 11, but neither player is expected to dramatically cut into the 29-year-old's playing time or usage.

    Published: Fri, Nov 20 at 11:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited by game script

    Bernard rushed the ball eight times for 30 yards in Week 10 against the Steelers. He added four receptions for 17 yards.

    Analysis: Bernard struggled to get into any rhythm as he got only four touches in the first quarter. The Steelers held a two-possession lead for much of the remainder of the game, limiting most of Bernard's impact to the passing game. Even there, however, Bernard was held in check as he averaged only 2.4 yards per target. Joe Mixon (foot) did not practice at all leading up to Week 10, so Bernard could have another chance to start in Week 11 against Washington.

    Published: Sun, Nov 15 at 8:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • In line for another start

    Bernard is likely to retain the starting running back role Sunday against the Steelers, as Jay Morrison of The Athletic reports that Joe Mixon (foot) is listed as doubtful for the game.

    Analysis: Bernard has made the most of his starting role over the past two games, scoring three touchdowns in Mixon's absence. He should remain heavily involved as both a rusher and a receiver out of the backfield, and Bernard's pass-catching ability will be especially valuable if the Bengals fall behind the undefeated Steelers as expected and are forced to pass to catch up.

    Published: Fri, Nov 13 at 12:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores two TDs vs. Titans

    Bernard carried 15 times for 62 yards and a touchdown while adding three catches (on four targets) for 16 yards and another score during Sunday's 31-20 win over the Titans.

    Analysis: Bernard watched as Semaje Prine scored a short rushing touchdown in the second quarter, but he got back in the good graces of fantasy managers with a 12-yard score of his own before adding a six-yard receiving TD in the fourth. While Bernard has averaged a pedestrian 3.5 yards per carry the last two weeks, he has generated great fantasy value by adding three total touchdowns and 75 receiving yards on eight catches. Although Bernard has filled in admirably, Joe Mixon (foot) could have time to…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 1 at 1:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Making second straight start

    Bernard will start at running back against the Titans on Sunday, as John Sheeran of Cincy Jungle reports that Joe Mixon (foot) will miss a second consecutive game.

    Analysis: Bernard made the most of his opportunity as the starter last week, racking up 96 yards from scrimmage and a receiving touchdown in a high-scoring loss to the Browns. The veteran running back should handle double-digit carries barring an extremely negative game script, but the majority of Bernard's fantasy value lies in his receiving ability out of the backfield, and he comes in riding a two-game TD streak following a touchdown drought that dated back to Week 4 of 2018.

    Published: Fri, Oct 30 at 12:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Looks set for another start

    Bernard appears in line to start Sunday's game against the Titans, with Joe Mixon (foot) not practicing Friday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Bernard headlined Cincinnati's backfield against the Browns in Week 7 with Mixon out, a game in which he compiled 13 carries for 37 yards plus five catches for 59 yards and a score. If Mixon is indeed forced to miss more time, Bernard would stand to reprise a similar role versus the Titans, while Samaje Perine operates as his top backup.

    Published: Fri, Oct 30 at 8:09am by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores receiving TD as starter

    Bernard rushed 13 times for 37 yards and caught all five of his targets for 59 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 37-34 loss to the Browns.

    Analysis: Bernard operated as the lead back with Joe Mixon (foot) unavailable, but coach Zac Taylor's decision to call back-to-back quarterback sneaks from in close on Cincinnati's first scoring drive demonstrated the team's lack of faith in Bernard's inside running ability. The shifty veteran's known primarily for his pass catching out of the backfield, and that skill was on full display in this one, as Bernard caught a three-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter. Samaje Perine mixed in for just one…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 25 at 1:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • In line to start Week 7

    Bernard is in line for added work Sunday against the Browns with the Bengals having ruled top back Joe Mixon (foot) out for the contest, Marisa Contipelli of the Bengals' official site reports.

    Analysis: Per Ben Baby of ESPN.com, Bernard is the leading candidate to headline the team's Week 7 backfield in Mixon's absence. Beyond Bernard, Samaje Perine should factor into the mix in short-yardage scenarios or obvious running downs, while Baby adds that 2019 sixth-round pick Trayveon Williams should be active for the first time this season as the Bengals' No. 3 back.

    Published: Fri, Oct 23 at 9:11am by Rotowire.com
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  • Totals 28 yards, score

    Bernard rushed eight times for 15 yards and a touchdown and caught all three of his targets for 13 yards in Sunday's 31-27 loss to the Colts.

    Analysis: Bernard was ineffective on the ground against a tough Colts' front seven, but he enjoyed his highest snap share of the season (48 percent) after starter Joe Mixon exited early with a foot injury. Mixon will undergo further testing to see the extent of his injury, but coach Zac Taylor relayed Monday that he didn't believe it would be too serious. Taylor explained that Mixon was sidelined because Bernard was a better fit for the team's two-minute offense, according to Ben Baby of ESPN.com. We…read more

    Published: Tue, Oct 20 at 12:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Clear for Week 6

    Bernard (groin) doesn't have a designation for Sunday's contest at Indianapolis, Jay Morrison of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Bernard received 15 targets in the first three games of the season, but in the last two he's fallen off to two combined looks. He also has just four carries on the campaign, as Joe Mixon has become the workhorse running back in the Bengals offense. Expect much of the same for Bernard with Mixon running on all cylinders.

    Published: Fri, Oct 16 at 12:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Lands on injury report

    Bernard was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice due to a groin injury, Jay Morrison of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Bernard is making his first appearance of the season on the Bengals' injury report, but his ability to practice ins some fashion suggests his groin issue isn't a major concern. More worrisome for Bernard is is minimal role over the past two weeks, as he's rushed twice for 19 yards and added one four-yard reception on two targets with starter Joe Mixon becoming more of a workhorse.

    Published: Wed, Oct 14 at 2:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Very limited use

    Bernard had one catch for four yards on two targets with zero carries in Sunday's loss to the Ravens.

    Analysis: It was especially noteworthy that when the Bengals went with the hurry-up offense late in the game, Joe Mixon stayed in rather than the Bengals going to Bernard. As a result, Mixon had six catches on eight targets while Bernard stayed on the sideline.

    Published: Mon, Oct 12 at 8:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Takes backseat to Mixon

    Bernard had two carries for 19 yards and zero targets in the passing game in the Bengals' win over Jacksonville on Sunday.

    Analysis: Bernard was only on the field for 13 offensive snaps (17 percent) on a day when Joe Mixon finally got untracked. What's noteworthy is that Mixon had six catches on six targets, which is where Bernard frequently is used. Then again, the Bengals led for most of the second half, lessening the need for Bernard to be on the field.

    Published: Mon, Oct 5 at 12:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Second-leading receiver in tie

    Bernard corralled all three of his targets for a total of 55 receiving yards during Sunday's 23-23 tie against the Eagles.

    Analysis: The 28-year-old back went without a rush attempt, as Joe Mixon handled all 17 RB carries for Cincinnati while running to a 2.9 yard-per-attempt average. It appears that may be the trend going forward, as Bernard has been targeted 15 times through three games with only two rush attempts. Last year his usage was much more balanced, with Bernard garnering 53 rushes to 43 targets across his 16 appearances. Based on the way he's currently being deployed, Week 4 offers a promising matchup given that…read more

    Published: Tue, Sep 29 at 3:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Hauls in five passes against Browns

    Bernard registered a three-yard gain on his lone rush attempt, also corralling five of his seven targets for 22 receiving yards during Thursday's 35-30 loss to Cleveland.

    Analysis: PPR scoring has been favorable for Bernard's fantasy value given his nine catches through two weeks, but the 28-year-old back stands at just 53 scrimmage yards in the early going of 2020. That yardage total is perhaps not surprising given how much of a workhorse Joe Mixon is, totaling 19.6 offensive touches per game last year and a near-equivalent 20 touches per game so far this season. Bernard is expected to continue getting multiple looks from Joe Burrow each week coming out of the backfield,…read more

    Published: Tue, Sep 22 at 5:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Totals 38 yards in Week 1

    Bernard rushed once for seven yards and caught four of five targets for 21 yards in Sunday's 16-13 loss to the Chargers.

    Analysis: The Bengals couldn't get much rolling on the ground Sunday, as the newly paid Joe Mixon averaged just 3.6 YPC on 19 carries. However, Bernard contributed as a pass catcher and came close to scoring on the Bengals' final drive. It's clear Mixon is the bell cow, but Bernard played 29 percent of the offensive snaps, so he still has a role in his eighth NFL season.

    Published: Mon, Sep 14 at 2:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Looking good for backup job

    Bernard is one of five running backs remaining on the roster after the Bengals waived Rodney Anderson (knee) on Monday, James Rapien of SI.com reports.

    Analysis: Earlier in the offseason, there was some thought the Bengals might end up cutting Bernard to save cap space, but part of that scenario involved either Anderson or Trayveon Williams proving to be a reliable backup to Joe Mixon. It's possible for Williams to make such an impression in the coming weeks, but we haven't seen any suggestion that Bernard is in danger of being released. The 28-year-old signed a two-year extension last September, and while he's coming off the least productive season of…read more

    Published: Mon, Aug 17 at 2:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Potential cap casualty?

    The Bengals can save $2.8 million in cap space if they release Bernard this offseason, Joe Goodberry of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: The Bengals gave Bernard a two-year extension in September, but the deal doesn't seem to include any guarantees beyond the initial signing bonus. It's a reasonable contract for a solid backup, except for the fact that Bernard doesn't play special teams and didn't get many touches in 2019 (3.3 carries, 2.7 targets per game). With Joe Mixon capable of handling a three-down workload and presumably angling for a contract extension of his own, the Bengals could opt for the discount route at their…read more

    Published: Wed, Feb 5 at 6:20am by Rotowire.com
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  • Closes season on a whimper

    Bernard finished the season with a three-carry, four-yard performance in the Bengals' Week 17 win over the Browns.

    Analysis: Bernard saw just 18 offensive snaps, his second fewest of the season. He finished the campaign with 170 rushing yards to go along with 30 catches for 234 receiving yards, failing to reach the end zone in any of his 16 outings. His future with the Bengals would be in question but for a two-year contract extension he signed back in September.

    Published: Wed, Jan 15 at 12:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Output defies snap share

    Bernard had only two carries for three yards and two catches for 12 yards in Sunday's loss to the Dolphins despite getting 51 snaps on offense, good for a 57 percent share.

    Analysis: Joe Mixon came into the game dealing with the stomach flu, opening up the possibility that Bernard might get a little more work. While he was on the field more often, the Bengals still didn't turn to Bernard in any significant way. He heads into the season finale against Cleveland with exactly 400 scrimmage yards and zero touchdowns on the year, having not topping 46 yards in a game since Week 1.

    Published: Tue, Dec 24 at 9:20am by Rotowire.com
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  • Modest output in Week 15

    Bernard had five carries for 27 yards and caught both his targets for 10 yards in Sunday's loss to the Patriots.

    Analysis: With Joe Mixon playing so well, the opportunities for Bernard to contribute have been few and far between. He still has not scored on the season, nor has he topped 31 rushing or 63 combined yards in any game this year.

    Published: Tue, Dec 17 at 10:08am by Rotowire.com
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  • Posts 40 percent snap share

    Bernard had four carries for 15 yards and caught two of three targets for 31 yards in Sunday's loss to the Browns.

    Analysis: Joe Mixon once again got the lion's share of work at running back, but Bernard was on the field for 30 offensive snaps, good for 40 percent. This is about the peak expectation for him, absent a Mixon injury.

    Published: Mon, Dec 9 at 9:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Minimal involvement in win

    Bernard rushed once for four yards and caught one of two targets for eight yards in Sunday's win over the Jets.

    Analysis: The 28-year-old played a season-low 13 offensive snaps as Joe Mixon dominated the backfield work with 19 carries and four receptions. Bernard now has played only 34 plays on offense over the last two games. Andy Dalton reclaimed the starting job at quarterback and led the Bengals to their first win of the year, but the status quo for the veteran running back remains unchanged.

    Published: Mon, Dec 2 at 1:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Three catches Sunday

    Bernard had three catches for 31 yards but just one carry that lost a yard during Sunday's loss to the Steelers.

    Analysis: Bernard was on the field for only 21 snaps, his second lowest of the season and third lowest as a percentage of the team's offensive snaps. With Andy Dalton returning for the final five games, there's a smidgen of hope that he'll be more productive, but it's a far cry from his top seasons, even with that hope.

    Published: Mon, Nov 25 at 6:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Efficient game

    Bernard had three carries for 30 yards and a catch for 16 yards on three targets in Sunday's loss to the Raiders.

    Analysis: After leaving Week 10 with a knee injury, Bernard was back at full speed this week, playing 33 offensive snaps.

    Published: Tue, Nov 19 at 6:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not on injury report

    Bernard (knee) isn't listed on Wednesday's injury report, Tyler Dragon of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

    Analysis: Bernard sprained his knee during Sunday's 49-13 loss to the Ravens, with the injury causing him to leave the field for a spell before he ultimately re-entered the game. The 27-year-old's absence from the injury report suggests he's moved past the issue, so expect Bernard to play his usual complementary role behind Joe Mixon in Week 11 against Oakland.

    Published: Wed, Nov 13 at 11:58am by Rotowire.com
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  • Suffers sprained knee

    Bernard suffered a knee sprain during Sunday's 49-13 loss to the Ravens, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The report also notes that the running back -- who exited Sunday's game for a spell before re-entering the contest -- isn't expected to miss significant time. At a minimum, however, it appears as though Bernard's practice participation leading up to this coming weekend's contest against the Raiders will be impacted.

    Published: Mon, Nov 11 at 8:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to Sunday's game

    Bernard returned to Sunday's game against the Ravens after being forced out of the contest with a knee injury, Jay Morrison of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Initially, it appeared as though the Bengals were prepared to rule the running back out of the contest, but Bernard was able to return to the field and will now continue to work in backup/complementary role behind Joe Mixon.

    Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 11:43am by Rotowire.com
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  • Exits Sunday's game

    Bernard was forced out of Sunday's game against the Ravens after suffering a right knee injury, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Prior to his exit, Bernard carried twice for 10 yards while working behind Joe Mixon. In his absence, added snaps could be available for reserve back Trayveon Williams.

    Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 11:11am by Rotowire.com
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