Joe Burrow addresses limited practice participation with back tightness
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 9:01 PM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow participated in practice with reduced throwing activity due to back tightness. He indicated to reporters that this is not a significant issue and confirmed he will play in Week 2 against the Houston Texans. Bengals head coach Zac Taylor previously mentioned that some veterans would have lighter practice days following the team's Week 1 victory over Tampa Bay, without raising notable injury concerns.
- •Burrow displayed limited throwing during practice on September 16, 2026.
- •He reported minor back tightness but will be ready for Week 2.
- •Bengals head coach Zac Taylor referenced light practices for veterans.
- •Cincinnati won their season opener against Tampa Bay.
- 9:01 PMYahoo Sports — Joe Burrow explains why he wasn’t working full at Bengals practice
"Bengals QB Joe Burrow wasn't throwing normal at the first practice of the week.
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