[BFritz]

I think the main reason for the problems in the red zone can be linked with the lack of a running game. Teams aren't having to worry about the run as much and the compressed field makes it harder to get anyone open. Also without a serious running game, play action isn't as effective either. When we were having a lot of success in the red zone, alot of TD passes came off of play action.

The only way the Bengals could justify drafting a running back early is if McFadden's available, which he won't be. They need to take defensive players in the first three rounds (at least), and maybe even trade their first round pick for two lower picks so they could take defenders.

I believe you trade Rudi for some solid defenders, start Watson because he's a back who stretches the field, which fits right in to our offensive scheme. Spend a lower pick on a power back who won't need to be the feature back but who can just pound it for solid gains for the red zone and short yardage.

Our offense has enough talent to win a lot of games if our defense would just stop people, and having a pound it back would help, too.