Joe Burrow not full participant in Bengals practice ahead of Week 2

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Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Joe Burrow not full participant in Bengals practice ahead of Week 2
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Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow was not a full participant in practice on September 16 due to back soreness. He sat out of the team stretch and did not throw significant passes during the session. Despite this, Burrow expressed confidence in playing against the Houston Texans on September 20, referring to his condition as "normal game day soreness" and rejecting concerns about precautionary sitting. Bengals head coach Zac Taylor indicated that other players would also be limited in practice but confirmed no major injuries on the team.

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  • Burrow sat out team stretch, citing back soreness.
  • He insists he will play against the Texans on September 20.
  • Bengals coach Zac Taylor reported no major injuries on the team.
  • Burrow's condition described as normal game day soreness.
  • Backup quarterback Joe Flacco is prepared to step in if needed.
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Is Joe Burrow injured? The Bengals' starting QB was not a full participant in practice on Wednesday, Sept. 16.

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