By Phil Man

October 13, 2009 11:11 AM | Link to this

They say this every week and it never happens.

By scott

October 13, 2009 11:19 AM | Link to this

I have been trying to buy tickets but they are so expensive online I gave up. $150 and up for 2 tickets in the nosebleeds. No thanks

By db

October 13, 2009 11:24 AM | Link to this

we can only hope its a blackout

By Flush down Mikey Brown

October 13, 2009 11:30 AM | Link to this

DON’T BUYY TICKETS !! We should not support Mike Brown and his corrupt ways !! And we would get to watch the Steelers and the Browns play a good game instead !!!

By Brian

October 13, 2009 11:37 AM | Link to this

You fools who won’t go to games because of Mike Brown aren’t true fans - so stay home. If you can’t get enjoyment out of a team like this, with 4 exciting wins, then stay home, mow the grass and don’t bother the rest of us. This is a good team and it will be in the playoff hunt. Don’t break your ankles jumping on and off the bandwagon - wait, on second though, I hope those ankles snap right off.

By sec 312

October 13, 2009 11:38 AM | Link to this

scott corners seats are cheaper than that..look again. flush you are a idiot ..browns a good game???? DA 2/17 23 yards

By big burrito

October 13, 2009 11:40 AM | Link to this

Flush Down? What has any members of the Brown Family done that would qualify them as “corrupt”? Do I think the Brown family is a “football family” no not since Paul died. But you will be hard pressed to find a better “business man” than Mike Brown. This is where you people let your feelings for the performance of the team get in your way. As a business It’s Mike Browns job to make that business as profitable as possible. The Bengals have never lost money and as long as people buy tickets and merchandise of their own free will. Its business as usual. Scott if you ever want tickets buy them the day of the game,there are plenty of “brokers” around downtown that are giving good prices right before kickoff.

By Bill

October 13, 2009 12:07 PM | Link to this

The price of football tickets is a good example of what has become sick about our society. Thousands of people who can’t in any sane way afford this make multimillionaires of basically worthless people who do nothing but play ball.

By Brian

October 13, 2009 12:10 PM | Link to this

Bill, my season ticket costs me $600 per year and ensures me 10 fun trips to Bengals games with all my friends - which to me is priceless these days. It’s like a mini-vacation without the overnight stay. You just don’t know what you’re missing and the cost is relative to what you decide to spend entertainment dollars on. I, for one, would not spend $10 to see a movie. I’d rather go to one Bengals game for $60 than 10 movies any day.

By Rob

October 13, 2009 12:26 PM | Link to this

Just for giggles, I did a quick check on the cheapest retail tickets that I could find…$64 for one deep nosebleed endzone or off corner spot. That’s not counting parking, travel, food, “processing fees”, and a second ticket for a date. Me? I’ll go down to Caddy’s and have a couple of beers and watch the game without freezing.

By GO BROWNS

October 13, 2009 12:30 PM | Link to this

Send the Bungals out of the NFL, they are a worthless bunch of X-CONS!!!! Keep the hot cheerleaders!!!!

By Jeff

October 13, 2009 12:37 PM | Link to this

I am a die hard fan of the bengals but all of us fans need to be honest here. A black out would not be a bad thing. It is widely known that Mike Brown tries to get a winner every 5 years so that he can boost up the 3 year renewals. This year is really important because the 10yr lease suites are up and these are 1005 profit to him. They have to have a winner this year so those big clients renew. The Bengals have 30+ players who were either signed to one year deals or are on there last year of the deal. He is pushing for the winner this year so everyone re-ups their renewals. He is a business man first and a footbal man 10th. The Bengals were solid in 2005 but he did nothing to improve the team. I will enjoy this year for what it is but I am also realistic about my Bengals. You have to hit Mike in the pockets that is the only time he ever changes. Are we 4-1 yes, but I want a consistent winner and not a flash in the pan.

By man

October 13, 2009 12:47 PM | Link to this

God, Dayton is full of idiots. This is the time to support the Bengals. Dont buy tickets when they lose, that makes sense, but they are winning now, this is the time to support them. And BTW, it is fun to go to games when they are a good team. $150 for 2 tickets? You are looking in the wrong places my friend.

By Bubba"s Bengals

October 13, 2009 12:57 PM | Link to this

This is for “Go Browns”, are you serious. A Clowns fan talking smack! Are you SERIOUS!! Cleveland’s the joke of the N.F.L. And as long as were talking about convicts, at least we don’t have a murderer on the team. And how about your up-and-coming running back getting hurt by a teammate. Not only the league, but the F.B.I. investigating it. Umm, and you still talk smack.LOL LOL LOL

By Scott

October 13, 2009 12:58 PM | Link to this

Hey “Man”: First of all don’t be so arrogant. Dayton is not full of idiots. If you can tell me where to get cheapers tickets tell me. I have tried several websites and it just is not worth it

By matt

October 13, 2009 12:59 PM | Link to this

Hey the Bengals are winning if they wasn’t let it be blacked out who cares but if they are winning I want to watch i can’t afford the tickets and I pay to watch the games on tv so show the damn game.

By Super Bowl Champ Steelers

October 13, 2009 1:17 PM | Link to this

Don’t buy tickets !! I’d rather watch the Steelers beat up on the Browns …. Stay away from PBS !!! SAVE YOUR MONEY !!!

By capt obvious

October 13, 2009 1:25 PM | Link to this

hey scott its called call the bengals ticket office bud.64 bucks each.

By flipper

October 13, 2009 1:28 PM | Link to this

Black out, Brown out or White out still don’t care if they win or lose. I’ll be out in the area enjoying festivals and folage. Save money too. Also don’t care about (the buckeyes) either. Frumph.

By Mercy!

October 13, 2009 1:32 PM | Link to this

Don’t worry- the black out will be lifted as they sell the last ticket for a sellout in the last few seconds. Kinda like they win games. Enjoy the winning now. History tells us it won’t last more than one season in a row. This year, perhaps the playoffs. Next year- 4 and 12. No consistency.

By Ben Dover

October 13, 2009 2:06 PM | Link to this

I hope it’s on TV. I’ve aready put beans in a crockpot and had them soaking for a few days so they putrify into a rancid paste. I’m going to put that on top of chili dogs with onions and broccoli so I can shart the day away.

By ColtsFan513

October 13, 2009 2:16 PM | Link to this

Let me start off by saying COLTS #1, now to the bengals. . If you all remember, the Bengals ALWAYS start off good then end up disappointing everybody. i dunno why people get back behind a team that doesnt do what needs to be done. I hear the same thing every season! “this is going to be the Bengals season! followed by, well there is always next year!” its getting rediculous. yes i would love to see them go to the superbowl but its not gonna happen anytime soon.

By Pat Maweenie

October 13, 2009 2:40 PM | Link to this

Colts are # 1? I wasn’t aware that they ranked professional teams. They ALWAYS do? where did you get this fantastic data? They disappoint everybody? What about the little kids? and puppies? Think they’re disappointed? They’re probably more disappointed by your spelling and lack of ability to write anything meaningful.

By Brian

October 13, 2009 3:19 PM | Link to this

COLTSFANT513: Did they ‘always’ start off good last year at 0-8? Let me guess, you’ve been a Colts fan since Peyton Manning signed, probably can’t name the offensive line without looking it up and haven’t a clue who your cornerbacks are. Colts, Patriots, bandwagon fans are all the same.

By disco inferno

October 13, 2009 3:48 PM | Link to this

hey colts fan why dont you reply to something about the colts on the indianapolis papers dork!

By dale1

October 13, 2009 3:54 PM | Link to this

I hope the game is televised. this article is about the bengals and if you don’t like them thats fine but your comments have nothing to do with anything expect to show your jealousy and ignorance. Everybody’s comments about Mike Brown are assumptions and make you look stupid. Brown fans are idiots. Look at them trying to say the field goal wasn’t good when the video was clear. I am a Bengals fan and think the Colts are the #1 team so far. All I know is the Bengals are better than the Steelers, Browns and Ravens which is all that matters until the play offs begin.

By Matt

October 13, 2009 4:02 PM | Link to this

I with they would realize that the blackouts hurt the true fans. I would love to go to PBS and see my favorite team play (and probably win) but I have little kids at home and I just can’t spend that kind of money and not get anything in return.

By Duane Shope

October 13, 2009 4:14 PM | Link to this

Goooo @$%^&&%$% the Bungles

By Ray

October 13, 2009 5:17 PM | Link to this

I will admit I am somewhat glad bengals are doing well thus far it will be much more enjoyable when they start losing and everyone gets depressed…who dey….we dey!

By null

October 13, 2009 6:12 PM | Link to this

What Dey? Marine recruits are scheduled to be sworn in on the field at some point during the day. I say if you don’t wanna support the Bungals, at least support our future troops.

By Sherry

October 13, 2009 7:04 PM | Link to this

I totally agree with ‘Jeff’..! It would be good for Mike Brown to have some ‘black outs’; because ‘Jeff’ is right…so right. Its all about money to him and not about football… Maybe he will change and put more effort into the game (players) and just not the ‘money’ if seats are staying empty.. Paul Brown certainly won’t like empty seats or no more locked in seats for the next 3 years!!! And while I’m here…I am a loyal Bengal fan and have been since 1971… No band wagon here!!!

By jb

October 13, 2009 7:24 PM | Link to this

C’mon folks! The Bengals are winning; be happy for cryin out loud. Enjoy it while it lasts. I’ve been a fan for 25yrs so i’ll take a good season any time.

By null

October 13, 2009 7:29 PM | Link to this

Good! who wants to see this gay team!!! Is it because the writer of this blog is gay? I mean really with a name like Ken who knows?

By rp

October 13, 2009 7:44 PM | Link to this

To all those who whine when they win and whine when they lose: GO AWAY!!!! Your all just miserable people…..WHO DEY BABY!!!!!!

By Juice Guy

October 13, 2009 7:49 PM | Link to this

I live in Florida. No black out here. Go Bengals !!

By What a Joke!

October 13, 2009 7:50 PM | Link to this

The benGALS suck!! they do the same stuff every year start good then blow it. i hope they black out their entire season!! but they wont they just say their going to so everyone will buy tickets to the crappiest game you’ll ever see!! The benGALS suck! The Reds Suck! heck whats that say about cincinnati?? their previous records speak for themselves!! And for all you lames who are supporting the bengals!?!? i know for a fact if they was losing you’d be saying the same thing as me!

By Barack

October 13, 2009 10:20 PM | Link to this

Here’s to some of the most annoying fans in professional sports, The Cincy Bengals. Thank you for a blackout…and hopefully many more to come.

By Kett Guy

October 13, 2009 10:30 PM | Link to this

I have been a Bengals fan through thick and thin. I have lived in many places in the US. I stick by the team I grew up with as a Daytonian. I am proud no matter the record. They are my team. So I will listen on TUE, 980 or on 700. It makes no difference. Go Bengals. Who Dey!!

By Bev

October 14, 2009 3:43 AM | Link to this

Don’t care about watching the game? Fine. Instead of saying something negative, do something positive and get your dictionary out and learn how to spell. Go Bengals!!!

By Joey

October 14, 2009 7:45 AM | Link to this

At what a joke. Wats that tell u about cinci, look at other cities. Atleast we have one of the best Baseball teams to ever come though the nation 75’,76’.

By Dianne

October 14, 2009 7:46 AM | Link to this

I agree with Juice Man. I have been a fan since the first season and am proudly showing my home team support here in Florida. Go Bengals!!!!! We’ll be watching.

By Ann

October 14, 2009 8:31 AM | Link to this

Oh my- the bun gals may not sell out. Who are they kidding? They say this every home game. It will be on TV. Mikey - oh sorry Mike Brown dang-fill the seats give some tickets away. I am not a benGAL fan-but tickets are so high give some away to deserving fans that will fill the seats.

By Pooh

October 14, 2009 8:57 AM | Link to this

They finally win a few games and you take away the only way some of the fans (who have stayed loyal to them through thick and thin) can afford to watch them. Speaks highly of the organization for the way they treat these fans.

By inquiring mind

October 14, 2009 9:34 AM | Link to this

Anyone know what the closest place to Dayton is where the game can be shown in a bar?

By freeyourmind

October 14, 2009 10:04 AM | Link to this

Wow, look at all of these post. I have been reading the journal for 30 years and you people are more concerned about football than you are of your own government issues, which I am sure that you have no knowledge at all, and that’s is just what is wrong with this country, Idiots allowing criminals to run their lives. Only in America. Peace

By fbfan50

October 14, 2009 10:19 AM | Link to this

To all of the Ohio football fans out there;You should be happy that you get to watch at one decent NFL team.Recent history does show a pattern of losing by any means necessary.As to your comments about the owners of all three franchises,Reds,Bengalsand Browns, forgot about winning and their true and loyal fans a long time ago.The really sad fact is that don’t even try to deny it.I am a fan of neither of these football teams,just an NFL fan.Regarding the Reds,drugs and greed have pretty much ruined baseball for me.

By fbfan50

October 14, 2009 10:33 AM | Link to this

To freeyourmind,who are the criminals you refer to?Just what makes you think that because people make comments about sports that they have no clue what’s going on elsewhere?Why don’t you live up to your name and let people free their minds with sports.How do you relieve stress?

By Rob

October 14, 2009 10:39 AM | Link to this

Too expensive. We would rather sit at home, in comfort, with clean bathrooms, better food, and a better view and watch it. Try taking a family of four to one of these games; parking, tickets, food, drink, c’mon.

By fbfan50

October 14, 2009 10:42 AM | Link to this

Please pardon my lack of proofreading my first comment.Remember,I’m just an idiot that lets criminals run my life.

By Ollie

October 14, 2009 11:00 AM | Link to this

I hope it is blacked out, so I can watch the Steelers

By Tony

October 14, 2009 11:48 AM | Link to this

To Pooh: The blackout rule is an NFL rule, not a Bengals rule, so every team deals with this when they do not sell out. To inquiring mind: I beleive there is a CBS affiliate in Bellefontaine that can carry the games, so that would be about the closest place I have heard about. To Clown and Squealer fans: If you want to watch two teams that the Bengals beat play crappy football, then move to Pittsburgh or Cleveland!

By Brock

October 14, 2009 12:52 PM | Link to this

When the Bengals move to L.A. in a few more years, you guys can watch them every week…with the Sunday Ticket. God bless.

By Tony

October 14, 2009 1:09 PM | Link to this

The team that would be first up to move to L.A. or anywhere would be Jacksonville. They had to close half the stadium to try and get sellouts!

By Mindless Fans

October 14, 2009 2:50 PM | Link to this

So how’s that stadium deal working out for Hamilton County? NOT TOO GOOD!!! Mike Brown must laugh every time he sees a story about how Hamilton county is virtually broke. What does he care? He still gets paid! Please buy more tickets and help support Mr. Brown. Otherwise, he may only make $40 million this year.

By Napoligirl

October 14, 2009 2:56 PM | Link to this

700 AM radio works just fine for me if the game gets blacked out. Fist place Bengals are the best and I’ve been a fan since 1981 - no bandwagon here.

By Ollie

October 14, 2009 3:48 PM | Link to this

Don’t worry Bungal fans. You will still get to watch your team with their overrated QB. Just like we have to watch the Cowboys every sunday.

By Idiot ben---gal fans

October 14, 2009 5:22 PM | Link to this

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By Dreamz

October 14, 2009 6:56 PM | Link to this

go bengals I don’t know what i will do if i can’t watch the game.I

By jaydee

October 14, 2009 7:03 PM | Link to this

Okay Mike Brown should buy all the tickets an then let breast cancer surviors an their family’s watch the game for free.

By College Fan

October 15, 2009 9:19 AM | Link to this

I’ll take a college game over a pro game any day - the players actually care if they win or lose. However, these Bengals seem different - they seem to actually care! At least this year I don’t have wear a bag over my head to attend a game!

By PittsburghMario

October 15, 2009 10:20 AM | Link to this

Please don’t buy any Bengals game tickets. We’d much rather watch the Steelers versus Browns game on TV anyway. It means much more to the division title than does the Bengals versus Texans game. Pittsburgh/Cleveland is the alternate game on TV locally if the Bengals game is blacked out. Please, please, please don’t buy any more Bengal’s tickets!!!

By coltsfan4life

October 15, 2009 10:52 AM | Link to this

I can’t understand why Browns fans would want to watch their team be subjected to yet another public humiliation.

By Upset Watch

October 15, 2009 11:50 AM | Link to this

As much as I hate to say it, Cleveland has a chance. Pittsburgh quits playing football at halftime. If the Browns get up for them like they did for Cinci, then Pitt should watch out. But, don’t really want to watch that SnoozeFest so thankfully I have Sunday Ticket if the game gets blacked out so I can watch the Vikings beat the Ravens putting Cinci up by 2 in the division (when Clev beats Pitt).

By Rick

October 15, 2009 8:40 PM | Link to this

To Tony, I’m in Bellefontaine and the blackouts are in effect here also. Our local CBS is Channel 7 out of Dayton. Hopefully it will sell out, but I understand in today’s economy it’s hard to take a family to a game. Two tickets plus fees, gas, parking and food around 300.00 just can’t do it. Wish I could. As for the Browns or Steeler’s fans, why even come to this thread?

By Tony

October 16, 2009 8:49 AM | Link to this

Rick: Thanks for the update. I had a friend tell me that the last time the game was threatened to be blacked out, but must be somewhere else. I am not sure where it is then, but I know there is an affiliate somewhere just outside of the radius that does carry the games, DDN has ran articles on it before. I will have to do more research.