Bengals Quarterback Joe Burrow Out Three Months After Toe Surgery

Joe Burrow to Undergo Toe Surgery, Sidelined for Three Months

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow will undergo toe surgery and is expected to be sidelined for a minimum of three months, according to coach Zac Taylor and ESPN's Adam Schefter. The injury, described as turf toe, occurred during the Bengals' game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. This absence significantly impacts the Bengals' Super Bowl and playoff aspirations.

Burrow's Injury and the Bengals' Quarterback Situation

Burrow sustained the injury during the first half of Sunday's game against the Jaguars. Images of his left toe were reviewed by foot specialist Dr. Robert Anderson. With Burrow out, backup quarterback Jake Browning is expected to step into the starting role. The Bengals are also reportedly contacting free agent quarterbacks, with Brett Rypien currently on the practice squad. His history of injuries and recoveries have significantly impacted the Bengals' success, with the team averaging fewer than 20 points in games without him.

Zac Taylor Defends Bengals Amidst Injury Concerns

Coach Zac Taylor addressed concerns about Burrow's protection and injury history, stating that injuries are "part of football." He defended the Bengals' offensive line and the team's overall approach, highlighting their past successes, including a Super Bowl appearance and AFC Championship. Taylor emphasized that the team is always evaluating how to better protect its players and put them in the best position to succeed. He remains confident in the offensive line's ability to improve.

"It's unfortunate that this happened... But again that's part of football. And that's what's gonna happen... We're always evaluating how we can protect our players and put them in the best position possible." - Zac Taylor

NFL Week 2 Injury Panic: Burrow's Injury Dominates Concerns

Joe Burrow's turf toe injury is causing major concern for the Cincinnati Bengals. The injury, requiring surgery, will sideline him for at least three months, significantly lowering Cincinnati's ceiling for 2025. Other notable injuries from Week 2 include those to Justin Fields, Jaylon Johnson, and Austin Ekeler, creating varying levels of panic across the league.

Other Notable NFL Week 2 Injuries

• Justin Fields (New York Jets): Currently in concussion protocol.
• Jayden Daniels (Washington Commanders): Diagnosed with a knee sprain, status for Week 3 is in doubt.
• Jaylon Johnson (Chicago Bears): Re-injured his groin, sidelined indefinitely.
• Robert Hunt (Carolina Panthers): Heading to injured reserve after tearing his left biceps.
• Austin Corbett (Carolina Panthers): Re-injured his MCL, heading to injured reserve.
• Jermaine Johnson II (New York Jets): Ankle injury, severity unclear.
• Austin Ekeler: Suffered a torn Achilles tendon that will end his season.
• A.J. Terrell (Atlanta Falcons): Hamstring injury.
• Tyler Beebe (Houston Texans): Expected to miss six to eight weeks with a high ankle sprain.
• Marlon Humprhey (Baltimore Ravens): Groin injury.
• Kyle Van Noy (Baltimore Ravens): Hamstring injury, potentially missing multiple games.
• J.J. McCarthy (Minnesota Vikings): Ankle sprain, expected to miss Week 3.
• Aaron Jones (Minnesota Vikings): Hamstring injury, likely to be out this week.
• Patrick Surtain II (Denver Broncos): Lower leg injury, was able to return to the game.