Adam Schefter explains why Joe Burrow is expected to compete right away for Bengals' starting job
The Cincinnati Bengals had the No. 1 overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft, and used that pick on LSU QB Joe Burrow.
The Bengals knew they were going to take Burrow for a few weeks, which gave them a huge advantage, as they were able to get Burrow his playbook and give him a head start learning the offense.
Per ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Burrow is expected to compete for the starting job right away this season due to his comfort with the offense:
No. 1 overall pick Joe Burrow has been studying the Bengals’ offense for weeks now, and one source said that he is so far ahead that he will be able to challenge for the starting QB job right away.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) April 25, 2020
Currently, the Bengals still have Andy Dalton on the roster, so Burrow will compete with Dalton for the starting job, unless Dalton is traded.
The hype will be big for Burrow whenever the 2020 season begins, so we’ll see if he can live up to expectations.
If the OL can give him just a little time, he will be able to play very well in the NFL.
He is the full package, he makes great decisions and throws the ball very accurately to the right guy.
The thing I find most odd is the Bengals giving Burrow their playbook ahead of the draft.
They should’ve been on the phone begging O to get the playbook Burrow used at LSU! Obviously, it’s superior to anything the Bengals have and Burrow already knows that one to perfection! JS.
I can’t believe Thad Moss was undrafted. Those gifted hands and tip toe sideline catches make of quite a pass cathing TE. I’m not familiar enough with his blocking skills.
Injuries are Thad’s problem. Plays great when he’s healthy. Was injured again for the combine.