--Willie Anderson seriously considered retiring from the NFL after 12 years with the Bengals when the organization terminated his contract before the start of the season and released him to free agency.
Other than solitary walks along the beach at sunset contemplating the majesty and mystery that is the BCS, Couch Slouch's favorite form of relaxation remains an overstuffed NFL Sunday on the Barcalounger.
--Coach Marvin Lewis said Friday that WR Chad Ocho Cinco would be fined for the violation of the team rule that caused him to be de-activated for the Steelers game.
It might sound contradictory to assess a defending-Super Bowl champion as in the process of gaining confidence, but the New York Football Giants are such a team.