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Schlegel

Caleb Miller still isn’t practicing, so Anthony Schlegel seems likely to start again at middle linebacker. Anderson’s loss hurts against the bliz-happy Steelers. He’ll be replaced by either Scott Kooistra or Stacy Andrews.

Brooks will likely miss his fourth straight game this week, leaving Anthony Schlegel to start at middle linebacker against Thomas Jones and the Jets.

Schlegel’s special teams play hadn’t impressed the team enough to roster the third-round pick from 2006.

Schlegel, a surprise third-rounder in 2006, hasn’t caught on quickly in either of his first two camps. He’ll need to step up his play on special teams.

Both appear unlikely to suit up at Kansas City, possibly giving Anthony Schlegel another start at middle linebacker. Schlegel isn’t an attractive IDP pickup, however, as Cincy could just give a nickel look the entire game.

There’s no telling when Brooks will be back. Caleb Miller and Anthony Schlegel may share middle linebacker duties Sunday against the Bills.

No word on Kelly’s status for matchup with the Ravens. S Herana-Daze Jones (knee bruise) and linebacker Anthony Schlegel (back) were also among the walking wounded on Sunday. The Bengals should learn more on Wednesday about the status of DT John Thornton (neck stinger), who was inactive for Week 9.

Schlegel was a disasterous first day pick two years ago by the Jets. Manning is a special teamer. Cincy has a lot of questions marks at linebacker, but also some depth of talent for the first time in a while.