Coles Signs in Cincy

It appears as if Laveranues Coles was right, before the start of free agency the New York Jets offered Coles $6 Million guaranteed for one more season. He tuened it down because he felt like more money was to be made on the open market.

Initially his decision did not appear wise after Coles toured the league in search of a deal, with no teams making an offer. Then as luck would have it the Bengals lost T.J. Houshmanzadeh to the Seattle Seahawks and an job opened up for Coles.

The Bengals offered Coles a four-year deal worth $24 Million, confirming his decision to leave. The 31-year-old Coles caught 631 passes during his nine-year career. He has 8,095 yards and 44 touchdown receptions.

"Clearly, Laveranues gives our passing game another proven weapon," coach Marvin Lewis said. "He's been durable and reliable, with high production in catches, yards, yards per catch and touchdowns. He's also a passionate player, a guy who will bring a very positive chemistry to our locker room."

Coles will team with Chad Ocho Cinco and a hopefully healthy Carson Palmer who look to revitalize an offense that struggled most of last season.