Latest Arrest Could Put C. Benson's Status With Bears In Doubt

Executives around the league are wondering about tailback Cedric Benson's status with the Chicago Bears after his second alcohol-related arrest in recent weeks.

Benson reportedly was arrested early Saturday in Texas and charged with driving while intoxicated.

The incident comes just more than a month after Benson was charged with boating while intoxicated and resisting arrest, charges that he and associates have vehemently denied.

Two executives with other teams said today they expect the Bears to give serious consideration to releasing Benson, a former first-round draft choice whose on-field production has not reached expectations.

"You would certainly think something might happen there," said one executive, speaking on the condition of anonymity because he would not comment publicly on the off-field issues of a player under contract to another team.

By Mark Maske |  June 7, 2008; 2:39 PM ET  | Category:  Bears
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