Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow exited Sunday's game against the Jacksonville Jaguars with a concerning left ankle injury. The injury occurred during a second-quarter sack by Jaguars defensive lineman Arik Armstead. The impact appeared to twist Burrow's ankle, causing him to react with visible pain and difficulty getting to his feet.
The Bengals medical staff immediately attended to Burrow on the field before escorting him to the sideline medical tent for further evaluation. While he initially attempted to walk to the locker room under his own power, he eventually required the assistance of two trainers. At halftime, the Bengals officially announced Burrow's injury status as questionable to return, leaving fans and analysts anxiously awaiting an update.
Backup quarterback Jake Browning stepped in to replace Burrow, inheriting a challenging situation with the Jaguars holding a 14-7 lead. The Bengals, projected as a strong playoff contender this year with a healthy Burrow, Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins, and Chase Brown, found their offense faltering, narrowly escaping with a 17-16 victory in Week 1.
This latest injury is a significant setback for both Burrow and the Bengals organization. A two-time Pro Bowler and Super Bowl participant, Burrow's career has unfortunately been punctuated by various injuries. A torn ACL prematurely ended his rookie season, while a calf injury and a wrist injury hampered his performance in previous seasons. The severity of this ankle injury remains unclear, pending further medical assessment. However, given his history and the Bengals' playoff aspirations, the team and fans alike are undoubtedly hoping for a swift and complete recovery.
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Originally published at: https://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/breaking-news/article/joe-burrow-leaves-bengals-jaguars-game-with-toe-injury-180926294.html
