Chad Johnson, Meet Jerome Simpson

The Cincinnati Bengals are making it crystal clear that they are ready to move on without Chad Johnson. In a year when they have many needs on defense, they used the 46th pick in the NFL draft on wide received Jerome Simpson from Coastal Carolina University.

Losing Chris Henry, the team's top longball threat, was a problem, but the loss of Chad would decimate a formerly outstanding wide receiver group. So Mike and Marvin decided to grab this young player in round two -- the same round Chad was selected in in 2002.

Mike and Marvin continue to make a very clear statement to Chad. Whether it turns out to be in the best interests of the team remains to be seen.