Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow's status remains uncertain after suffering a toe injury during Sunday's game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. The injury occurred in the second quarter when Burrow was sacked by Jaguars defensive end Arik Armstead with just over nine minutes remaining in the half. He remained on the ground for several moments before being assisted off the field by the Bengals' medical team.
Prior to his departure, the reigning NFL Comeback Player of the Year had completed 7 of 13 passes for 76 yards and a touchdown. His absence left a significant void in the Bengals' offense. Veteran backup Jack Browning, a member of the team since 2021, stepped in to replace Burrow. Browning, who has filled in for Burrow before, showed some success with 4 of 7 passes completed for 45 yards. However, he also threw a crucial interception to Jaguars defensive back Eric Murray. Browning's experience filling in for Burrow – including starting four games after Burrow's season-ending wrist injury in 2023 – is undeniably valuable in this situation. The Bengals and their fans anxiously await an official update on Burrow's condition and his ability to return to the game, or if he will be ready for future games.
The impact of Burrow's potential absence extends far beyond Sunday's game. His health is crucial for the Bengals' playoff aspirations, making this injury a major concern for the team and its followers.
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Originally published at: https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/joe-burrow-injury-update-bengals-qb-toe-questionable-to-return-vs-jaguars/
