Cincinnati Bengals Start 2-0 but Joe Burrow Injured

The Cincinnati Bengals have made a remarkable start with a 2-0 record for the first time since 2018. However, celebrations have been muted due to a significant setback: Joe Burrow is anticipated to miss time following a toe injury he sustained during their narrow victory against the Jacksonville Jaguars, which ended 31-27.

Ted Karras, the Bengals’ center, expressed mixed feelings in the locker room post-game. Although he was grateful for Jake Browning’s leadership in executing a pivotal 92-yard game-winning drive, the mood was overshadowed by Burrow’s injury.

“Very proud of everyone for that, but like I said, Burrow going down casts a pall over everything right now,” said Karras.
Translation: Karras emphasized the emotional weight of Burrow’s injury over the victory.

Burrow’s injury occurred in the second quarter, with Browning coming in to contribute to a field goal drive. Despite their efforts, the team struggled offensively in the first half, mustering only 131 total yards before halftime, complicating the team’s mindset heading into the break.

Karras highlighted the tense atmosphere at halftime: “That’s the reality of the situation. We found ourselves in an offensive nightmare. Credit to everyone for digging ourselves out of that and not just folding in.”

Initially listed as questionable, Burrow was officially ruled out during the third quarter, forcing the team to adapt.

“We played horrible. We got to do something,” Karras noted.
Translation: He reflected on the need for the team to respond positively despite challenges.

Burrow has been diagnosed with turf toe, which could hinder his participation for several weeks as the Bengals look ahead to their next match against Minnesota in Week 3.