Players and coaches report to camp in Georgetown, Ky., in the season premiere. Included: a couple of tight ends go down with injuries; the team prepares for an intrasquad scrimmage; the first cut is made.

The team plays its first exhibition game in New Orleans; linebacker Dhani Jones gets some unusual medical treatments; Chad Ochocinco heads out for a night on the town; Carson Palmer talks about his favorite sports-energy drinks.

The team plays its second preseason game in New England, where Chad Ochocinco gets some insight into the Patriots' game plan from coach Bill Belichick. Also: the rookies put on a show; LB Ray Maualuga makes an impression; another player is cut.

Backup QB Jordan Palmer, the brother of starter Carson Palmer, talks about meeting fans; both are wired for sound in the St. Louis game; head coach Marvin Lewis blasts the team after a sloppy performance; first-round pick Andre Smith finally signs a contract.

With the regular-season opener with Denver coming up, roster and starting positions are finalized.