In a scary moment for the Cincinnati Bengals, Joe Burrow sustained a calf strain early in training camp, leaving fans worried.
The Bengals’ head coach, Zac Taylor, announced that Burrow would be out of action for a few weeks due to the calf injury.
Since the injury, Burrow has not been able to practice, and Taylor was questioned about when he might return.
Taylor said, “The timeline is several weeks from when I said several weeks.”
Here is how Bengals fans are reacting to this development:
Many fans feel that the timeline remains unchanged and are eager for Burrow’s return.
There’s a sense of optimism among fans that Burrow may still be ready for Week 1 of the season.
Despite the setback, Burrow was observed at training camp wearing a compression sleeve on his right leg.
It appears increasingly likely that Burrow will miss the beginning of the regular season, which kicks off a month from now. The specific number of games he might miss is still uncertain.
Star receiver Ja’Marr Chase suggested that it might be beneficial for Burrow to sit out until Week 5 to ensure his full recovery.
During Burrow’s absence, Trevor Siemian and Jake Browning are competing for the backup quarterback position.
Despite the injury, Burrow is expected to secure a substantial contract extension, considering his performance over the past seasons.
Recognized as one of the top quarterbacks in the NFL, Burrow is pivotal to the Bengals’ quest for their first Super Bowl. His record includes leading the team to consecutive AFC Championship games and ranking high in passing touchdowns in the league.
