Bengals Players Brace for Joe Burrow's Extended Absence Following Injury Update

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow will be out "several weeks" due to a calf injury sustained during training camp, according to head coach Zac Taylor. The severity of the injury and its impact on Burrow's availability for the start of the regular season are still unclear. The team will rely on backup quarterbacks Trevor Siemian and Jake Browning during Burrow's absence. Bengals players, including offensive tackle Orlando Brown Jr., expressed confidence in Burrow's ability to overcome adversity and praised the team's performance in practice. Wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase emphasized the need for the offense to support the backup quarterbacks and help them feel comfortable during practice.