The 2006 Cincinnati Bengals finished with a competitive 8-8 record, highlighted by a strong 3-0 start and a top-ten scoring offense. The season was anchored by the resilient return of quarterback Carson Palmer, who threw for 4,035 yards and 28 touchdowns, while wide receivers Chad Johnson and T.J. Houshmandzadeh both surpassed 1,000 receiving yards. The fourth overall pick in the 2011 NFL Draft and a seven-time Pro Bowler, A.J. Green was a premier wide receiver for the Cincinnati Bengals who ranks second in franchise history for receptions, receiving yards, and touchdowns.