5 Questions with Ken Anderson

Former NFL quarterback and nonprofit founder Ken Anderson talks with us about his football days, starting the Ken Anderson Alliance, and why he loves Cincinnati.

WHAT IS YOUR MOST MEMORABLE MOMENT FROM PLAYING IN THE NFL? 

Playing in the Freezer Bowl in January of 1982—it was the coldest game in NFL history.  It was for the AFC Championship and a trip to the Super Bowl, the first in Bengals’ history.

 

WHAT IS THE KEN ANDERSON ALLIANCE AND WHY IS IT SOMETHING YOU’RE PASSIONATE ABOUT? 

We started the Ken Anderson Foundation to show support for our nephew Drew who had a severe form of autism. We wanted him to be able to live his life to the fullest, whatever level that may be. In 2017, we merged with another group to form the Ken Anderson Alliance. Our goal is to help create live, work and engage opportunities for adults with disabilities.

 

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE THING ABOUT CINCINNATI? 

The city itself—I always tell people it is big enough to have everything you want—sports, the arts, recreation—and small enough where it’s easy to get around (before the work on the bridge). It is a great city to raise a family and a city concerned about the needs of others.

 

WHAT ARE YOUR HOBBIES?

In my free time, I like golfing, working in the yard, and chasing around my grandkids.

 

WHAT ARE YOUR PREDICTIONS FOR THE BENGALS THIS SEASON? 

I think the Bengals will be much improved this season. Joe Burrow is the real deal. If they can keep him up-right, he can lead us to where they want to go. I think Zac Taylor is a terrific coach. The future is bright for the Bengals!