October 30, 2008 Bengals safety Dexter Jackson was put on injured reserve, meaning his season is over, according to Bengals.com.
Our View:Jackson missed some games with a thumb injury, but he suffered an injury to his hamstring Wednesday in practice, which was the cause for the move.
October 14, 2008 Dexter Jackson has made solid progress in his recovery from a thumb injury and could play Sunday against the rival Steelers, according to the Cincinnati Enquirer.
Our View:If he does return this weekend, he should not be considered for fantasy lineups while battling rising star Chinedum Ndukwe for playing time at strong safety.
October 10, 2008 Dexter Jackson was limited in Friday's practice while dealing with his thumb injury, according to the Cincinnati Enquirer.
Our View:If he plays this weekend against the Jets, he should not be considered for fantasy lineups while battling rising star Chinedum Ndukwe for playing time at strong safety.
October 8, 2008 Dexter Jackson, who has been hindered by a thumb injury, has resumed practicing Wednesday, according to the Cincinnati Enquirer.
Our View:The veteran could be ready to return to the gridiron this weekend against the Jets, but will likely have to battle Chinedum Ndukwe to reclaim his starting job at strong safety.
October 5, 2008 Bengals inactives: SS Dexter Jackson (thumb injury), FB Reagan Maui’a, LB Corey Mays (ankle injury), WR Andre Caldwell, WR Jerome Simpson, DL Pat Sims, DL Jason Shirley.
Our View:Chinedum Ndukwe will make his fourth consecutive start at strong safety in place of Jackson (thumb), and is a solid IDP option. Quarterback Carson Palmer (elbow) and offensive tackle Levi Jones (knee) will start in a tough road match-up against Dallas.
