CINCINNATI -- It might be odd that one of the biggest cheers for the Cincinnati Bengals on Friday night came on a simple 5-yard gain by Joe Mixon.
But considering Mixon has the potential to be one of the most exciting rookies to suit up for Cincinnati in several years, it makes a little more sense.
The debut of the Bengals' second-round pick was a success. Mixon played one half, rushing five times for 31 yards and catching a pass for 11 yards.
It was the reception that was most impressive. Mixon took a short pass from quarterback AJ McCarron, stiff armed the first defender and shook him off as he dove for the tackle.