Mario Alford inks contract with Bengals
According to the Cincinnati Bengals official Twitter account, former West Virginia wide receiver Mario Alford has signed a deal with the team.
NEWS- #Bengals Sign:
— Cincinnati Bengals (@Bengals) May 10, 2015
Terrelle Pryor, QB
John Peters, TE
Kalafitoni Pole, DT
Erick Dargan, DS
Mario Alford, WR
Release:
Kevin Brock, TE
The Bengals drafted Alford in the seventh round of the NFL Draft. He was largely taken due to his incredible speed. Reports indicate the he will be heavily used on special teams with the Bengals.
UPDATE: According to Cincy Jungle Alford’s contract is for four years worth $2,339,104, including a signing bonus of $59,104.