NFL: After an AFC North title in 2009, expectations are high for the Cincinnati Bengals. Can Carson Palmer elevate his level of play? - ESPN

NFL: After an AFC North title in 2009, expectations are high for the Cincinnati Bengals. Can Carson Palmer elevate his level of play? - ESPN: "Pressure Point: Palmer must improveEmail Print Comments 5Share9 retweet 6 By Matt Williamson
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Carson Palmer's struggles limited the Bengals' passing game in 2009.
A weekly look at a player whose performance must improve in 2010.
The weapons surrounding Carson Palmer in Cincinnati's passing game were detrimental to success in that portion of its offense. Palmer played hurt, he only had one legitimate downfield threat to speak of in Chad Ochocinco, and the running backs and tight ends contributed very little as receiving threats. The blocking was much better suited for paving the way for Cedric Benson than in pass protection.
With all that being said, Palmer must play better."