Cincinnati Bengals running backs coach Hue Jackson preferred RB Giovani Bernard over RBs Le’Veon Bell, Montee Ball and Eddie Lacy in this year’s draft because of Bernard’s speed and versatility. Bernard was used as a wide receiver in spring practices, in addition to his rushing duties. ‘He’s so natural catching the ball. He can catch it like a receiver,’ Jackson said. ‘I knew he could catch it really well, but I wouldn’t be surprised if he could go out there and line up outside and catch balls like some other guys can because he has that skill set.’
Bengals | To use Giovani Bernard at receiver