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Dan Herron | Running Back

Team: Cincinnati Bengals
Age / DOB:  (24) / 3/21/1989
Ht / Wt:  5'10' / 213
College: Ohio State
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Bengals promoted RB Dan Herron from their practice squad.
A sixth-round rookie, "Boom" managed just 42 yards on 26 preseason carries with the Bengals. His elevation to the 53-man roster suggests Cedric Peerman's ankle sprain is of the nagging variety. Brian Leonard will likely take over as BenJarvus Green-Ellis' primary backup. Tue, Dec 4, 2012 03:27:00 PM

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Dan Herron - RB - Bengals

The Bengals are not expected to call up RB Dan Herron from the practice squad despite Bernard Scott's season-ending injury.

Herron, a sixth-round rookie, still has "a ways to go," according to OC Jay Gruden. The Bengals will roll with Brian Leonard and Cedric Peerman behind starter BenJarvus Green-Ellis.
Source: Cincinnati Enquirer
Tue, Oct 9, 2012 10:18:00 AM
Dan Herron - RB - Bengals

Bengals waived or released RB Dan Herron, QB Zac Robinson, WR Vidal Hazelton, FB James Develin, FB Jourdan Brooks, TE Colin Cochart, OT Matt O’Donnell, OG Otis Hudson, and C Reggie Stephens.

Special teamer Cedric Peerman earned the final running back spot ahead of sixth-rounder Herron. Hazelton's releases leaves not only Mohamed Sanu and Marvin Jones on the roster, but also Ryan Whalen. The Bengals kept seven at the position.
Source: Cincinnati Enquirer
Fri, Aug 31, 2012 08:31:00 PM
Dan Herron - RB - Bengals

Bengals RBs Dan Herron and Cedric Peerman will battle for one roster spot in training camp.

The Bengals could also turn elsewhere if neither impresses, but for now Herron and Peerman are competing for one job behind BenJarvus Green-Ellis, Bernard Scott, and Brian Leonard. Beat writer Joe Reedy expects the No. 4 spot to come down to special teams production. It was a strength for Peerman last season, as he tied for second on the Bengals with 13 special teams tackles.
Related: Cedric Peerman
Source: Joe Reedy on Twitter
Mon, Jul 16, 2012 12:24:00 AM
Dan Herron - RB - Bengals

Bengals sixth-round RB Dan Herron (foot) has shed his protective boot, and is expected to be ready for training camp.

He'll almost certainly sit out this month's minicamp, however. Herron is a bruiser at 5-foot-10, 213 pounds, but possesses ordinary skills as a ball-carrier, and isn't expected to contribute much outside of special teams or pass protection.
Source: Bengals.com
Mon, Jun 4, 2012 12:37:00 PM
Dan Herron - RB - Bengals

Sixth-round RB Dan Herron was in a protective boot at Bengals OTAs on Tuesday.

Those are the extent of the details of Herron's injury, but it's not good news just two months before camp. An ordinary runner but adept pass protector, Herron will battle Cedric Peerman for the Bengals' third-string job if healthy.
Source: Geoff Hobson on Twitter
Tue, May 29, 2012 11:09:00 AM
Dan Herron - RB - Bengals

Bengals signed sixth-round RB Dan Herron to a four-year contract.

Though an ordinary ball-carrying talent, Herron learned pro-style concepts at Ohio State and is considered strong in pass protection. The latter skill earns roster spots in the NFL, and Herron will also be counted on to contribute as a special teamer. He should have an edge on Cedric Peerman for the Bengals' third-string tailback role behind BenJarvus Green-Ellis and Bernard Scott.
Wed, May 23, 2012 04:14:00 PM
Dan Herron - RB - Bengals

Bengals selected Ohio State RB Dan Herron with the No. 191 overall pick in the 2012 draft.

Herron played his college ball at nearby Columbus, and he brings a pro attitude with an ability to pick up the blitz. Very ordinary as a ball carrier, though, and lacking impressive short-area burst or long speed, Herron will have to show something valuable on special teams to crack Cincy's final 53.
Sat, Apr 28, 2012 04:42:00 PM

Depth Charts

Skill Players
PosRoleName
QB1Andy Dalton
2John Skelton
3Josh Johnson
4Zac Robinson
RB1BenJarvus Green-Ellis
2Giovani Bernard
3Rex Burkhead
4Cedric Peerman
5Bernard Scott
GLB1BenJarvus Green-Ellis
2Giovani Bernard
3RB1Giovani Bernard
2Rex Burkhead
FB1Chris Pressley
2John Conner
WR11A.J. Green
2Andrew Hawkins
3Ryan Whalen
4Dane Sanzenbacher
5Tyrone Goard
WR21Mohamed Sanu
2Marvin Jones
3Brandon Tate
4Cobi Hamilton
5Taveon Rogers
WR31Andrew Hawkins
TE1Jermaine Gresham
2Tyler Eifert
3Orson Charles
4Alex Smith
5Richard Quinn
K1Mike Nugent