Bengals confirm Joe Burrow and Shemar Stewart to play in Week 2
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 8:01 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026

The Cincinnati Bengals report that quarterback Joe Burrow has fully participated in practice and is set to play in Week 2 against the Houston Texans. Coach Zac Taylor alleviated concerns about Burrow's back injury after he completed his usual workload in training. Additionally, defensive lineman Shemar Stewart will make his return after recovering from an injury sustained at the start of training camp. Both players are important for the Bengals as they prepare for their upcoming matchup in Houston.
- •Joe Burrow practiced fully and will play against the Texans.
- •Shemar Stewart returns from injury for the first time this season.
- •Zac Taylor addressed injury concerns in the final report before the game.
- 8:01 PMYahoo Sports — Bengals give Joe Burrow, Shemar Stewart injury updates for Week 2
"Big updates on some key Bengals injuries before Week 2.
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