Bengals vs Chargers: A Memorial Game

The Bengals played—and they played hard—for their lost receiver, Chris Henry, on Sunday, in a game where they were unable to defeat the bolting Chargers, who secured the AFC West with a final second 52-yard field goal (27-24). The mourning Bengals sported Henry’s #15 on a decal that was attached to their helmets, while fans displayed their condolences (through signs) for this player who died last week in a tragic accident (details still unknown).

The most touching play of the game was when Chad Ochocinco, Henry’s teammate and best pal, caught a 49-yard touchdown pass, and immediately fell to his knees and touched his heart. In the moments following the game, Chad openly expressed:

"It was a little empty feeling. It was bigger than football without him. Today I played with an extra set of hands, an extra set of legs and an extra heart."

Tomorrow, the Bengals will charter a plane to New Orleans to attend Henry’s funeral, and then they will go on to fight for their division title…in memory of Chris Henry.