In somewhat of a pre-training camp shocker, the Cincinnati Bengals just announced that they have waived tailback Kenny Irons after he failed a team physical. Irons, from Auburn, was the Bengals' second-round choice in the 2007 draft. He has been unable to play or practice since suffering a torn left knee ligament (ACL) in the 2007 preseason opener Aug. 9 at Detroit. He spent the '07 season on the Bengals injured reserve list. If Irons were to clear waivers, meaning no other NFL team would claim his rights, the Bengals could re-sign him and place him on a reserve list, but he would not be eligible to play during the 2008 season.
Source: Mark Curnutte, Cincinnati Enquirer