Cedric Benson’s non-injury grievance rejected, suspension stands

On Friday, Bengals running back Cedric Benson presented to an outside arbitrator a grievance regarding his one-game suspension (plus one-game fine) for violation of the league’s personal conduct policy during the lockout.  Per a source with knowledge of the situation, the grievance has been rejected. Benson didn’t expect to play on Sunday, even if he…