Giovani Bernard Stands Tall Despite Fumble Posted Oct 8, 2013 Giovani Bernard is everything the Bengals had hoped. After five games Bernard has emerged as the NFL's top rookie back and one of his team's biggest threats. He and BenJarvus Green-Ellis are tied for 27th in the NFL in rushing with 209 yards. Bernard also has a 59-yard lead on Green Bay's Eddie Lacy among rookie running backs. And his 14 catches lead all rookie backs. (Cincinnati Bengals)