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Chicago Bears running back Cedric Benson (L) runs past Seattle Seahawks safety Brian Russell for a first quarter touchdown during their NFL football game in Seattle November 18, 2007. REUTERS/Anthony P. Bolante

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Chicago Bears running back Cedric Benson was arrested on a drunk-driving charge on Saturday in Austin, Texas, his second arrest in just over a month.

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Benson, the Bears' first-round draft choice in 2005, was also charged on May 3 for driving a boat while intoxicated and resisting arrest.

"Disappointment is too much an often-used word when we're talking about Cedric," Bears general manager Jerry Angelo told reporters. "I am very surprised he put himself in this situation."

Benson has averaged just 3.8 yards per carry during his three years in Chicago. His starting position could be in jeopardy as the Bears have drafted running back Matt Forte heading into the 2008 season.

(Reporting by Jahmal Corner; Editing by Ed Osmond)
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