 During his seven seasons with the Bengals, he played in a total of 106 games, and was a starter in 94.He recorded 8 sacks, 3 interceptions and 7 fumble recoveries (which he returned for a total of 99 yards).By the 1989 season, he was the Bengals' defensive signal-caller, relaying the play from the coaches to the other players on the field, and modifying it as necessary to respond to the offensive formation.