APRIL 15, 2021 • NFL.COM
GIOVANI BERNARD
NFL Throwback: Giovani Bernard's Top 10 career plays Watch the greatest plays from running back Giovani Bernard's 8-year career in Cincinnati.
Bucs’ Desire to ‘Build Something Great’ is What Drew RB Giovani Bernard to Tampa The 29-year-old pass-catching running back said he could feel the difference in atmosphere as soon as he walked into the AdventHealth Traini...
APRIL 14, 2021 • BUCCANEERS.COM
Bucs Add Giovani Bernard to Backfield The Bucs have signed former Bengals running back Giovani Bernard, who has been one of the NFL's most productive pass-catching backs over the...
APRIL 14, 2021 • BUCCANEERS.COM
AP source: RB Bernard agrees to 1-year deal with Buccaneers
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have added yet another offensive playmaker for Tom BradyAPRIL 13, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Buccaneers sign Giovani Bernard, Tom Brady continues to win offseason The Buccaneers signed former Cincinnati Bengals running back Giovani Bernard, adding to Tom Brady's embarrassment of riches at the skill pos...
APRIL 12, 2021 • FANSIDED.COM
Joining Brady and Friends in Tampa Bernard is signing a one-year deal with Tampa Bay, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Impact Bernard doesn't offer much as a runner, but he's a reliable pass catcher who also has a reputation for being one of the better pass-blocking RBs in the league. The Bucs tried LeSean McCoy, Leonard Fournette and Ke'Shawn Vaughn in the third-down role at different points last season, and while Fournette finally came around in the playoffs, his missed blocks and drops in the regular season won't be totally forgotten. The Bucs also have Vaughn, Ronald Jones and C.J. Prosise in the backfield, so Bernard isn't likely to see many carries even if he ends up playing a decent number of snaps.
APRIL 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Buccaneers: Giovani Bernard is a perfect fit for Tom Brady Giovani Bernard could be a perfect fit with the Buccaneers for Tom Brady. The Buccaneers still need a pass-catching running back to pair wit...
APRIL 7, 2021 • THEPEWTERPLANK.COM
Giovani Bernard landing spots: Arizona Cardinals great fit for released Cincinnati Bengal? Would the Arizona Cardinals be a good fit for former Cincinnati Bengals running back Giovani Bernard in NFL free agency?
APRIL 7, 2021 • AZCENTRAL.COM
Bengals show another veteran the door, release RB Bernard
The Cincinnati Bengals have released veteran running back Giovani BernardAPRIL 7, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
3 Most Likely Giovani Bernard Free Agent Destinations The Cincinnati Bengals released Giovani Bernard on Wednesday morning, making him an unrestricted free agent. The veteran RB is now one of th...
APRIL 7, 2021 • FANDUEL.COM
Released by Cincy The Bengals released Bernard on Wednesday, Jay Morrison of The Athletic reports.
Impact Bernard was scheduled for a $3.7 million base salary and up to $400,000 in bonuses in 2021, the second season of a two-year, $10.3 million extension. The Bengals asked him to take a pay cut a few weeks ago, and Bernard then requested his release when it became clear it wouldn't work out. Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports that the 29-year-old running back is "expected to find a new gig soon." Meanwhile, the Bengals are left with Samaje Perine, Trayveon Williams and Jacques Patrick as their depth backs behind Joe Mixon.
APRIL 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Bengals draft strategy: Finding Joe Mixon insurance, possible Giovani Bernard replacement Running back won't be a high priority for the Bengals in the early rounds, but there's a good chance one will be chosen on Day 3.
APRIL 6, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Report: Teams calling Bengals about trade for RB Giovani Bernard Could the Cincinnati Bengals trade Giovani Bernard?
MARCH 25, 2021 • USATODAY.COM
On trade block? Teams have called the Bengals to ask about Bernard, who could be traded or released if he doesn't restructure his contract, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Impact Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic reports that a trade or released would free up $4.2 million in cap space while leaving behind a dead-money charge of only $666,000. Keeping Bernard at his current salary isn't likely to be one of the options, but that doesn't necessarily mean the two parties won't be able to work something out. If worst comes to worst and he ends up being released, Bernard should at least attract some interest around the league among teams that need a third-down back.
MARCH 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Photo Gallery | Best 2020 Images Of Giovani Bernard Check out some of the best images from running back Giovani Bernard during the 2020 season.
FEBRUARY 20, 2021 • BENGALS.COM
Disappointing finish Bernard ended the 2020 season in Week 17 with only three carries for seven yards, playing just 16 offensive snaps. He ended the season with 416 rush yards on 124 carries, good for...
Impact Bernard filled in adequately for an injured Joe Mixon, but had too many games like Week 17, even with Mixon out. He signed for one more year for his age 30 season, carrying a cap number of nearly $4.8 million.
JANUARY 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Totals 131 yards Bernard carried the ball 16 times for 65 yards in Week 16 against the Texans. He added seven receptions on eight targets for 66 yards.
Impact Bernard worked as the Bengals' primary back, though Samaje Perine's involvement ensured he couldn't replicate his Week 15 workload. Even with fewer rushes, Bernard was excellent as a receiver and led the team in receptions. That made up for Bernard's relative lack of success on the ground, as he gained five yards on only five of 16 rushing attempts. Bernard's involvement in the passing attack should give him a safe floor even if Perine remains involved for the team's Week 17 matchup against the Ravens.
DECEMBER 27, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Bengals get shot of confidence in stunning win over Steelers
Few saw what the Cincinnati Bengals were capable of Monday nightDECEMBER 22, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
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FANTASY PLAYS: Championship week has arrived in fantasy footballDECEMBER 22, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Steelers’ slide continues with costly loss to Bengals Giovani Bernard scores two first-half touchdowns after turnovers, third-string quarterback Ryan Finley adds a 23-yard touchdown run in the f...
DECEMBER 22, 2020 • DAILYNEWS.COM
Massive workload in win Bernard carried 25 times for 83 yards and a touchdown and secured his only target for a 14-yard score in the Bengals' 27-17 win over the Steelers on Monday night.
Impact The veteran running back had topped out at 15 carries during his extended stint as the top back while Joe Mixon (foot) has been on injured reserve, but Monday night he was treated as a bell cow by coach Zac Taylor. The bump in workload was especially significant when considering Bernard had seen just three rushing touches in Week 14 against the Cowboys after fumbling early in the game. He may not see similar volume on a short week when the Bengals face the Texans in Week 16, but the matchup in that contest is a premium one.
DECEMBER 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Bengals ride big first half to shocking win over Steelers
Giovani Bernard scored two first-half touchdowns after turnovers and the Cincinnati Bengals held on to stun the badly slumping Pittsburgh Steelers 27-17DECEMBER 22, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Giovani Bernard somehow slips by three Steelers for second TD Cincinnati Bengals running back Giovani Bernard somehow slips by three Pittsburgh Steelers for second TD.
DECEMBER 22, 2020 • NFL.COM
Giovani Bernard shakes Joe Haden on slippery TD run Cincinatti Bengals running back Giovani Bernard shakes Joe Haden on slippery TD run.
DECEMBER 22, 2020 • NFL.COM
T.J. Watt blows up Giovani Bernard for big third-down TFL Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker T.J. Watt blows up Giovani Bernard for big third-down TFL.
DECEMBER 22, 2020 • NFL.COM
