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Joe Burrow receives status update ahead of MNF matchup vs. Los Angeles
By Ethan Stone
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Joe Burrow is expected to play Monday night for the Cincinnati Bengals against the Los Angeles Rams despite being less than 100%, according to a report from NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport.
Burrow has been dealing with a calf injury since preseason when he had to be carted off the field after going down in camp. He was cleared for Week 1 against Browns but it became quickly apparent that Burrow was far from fully healthy.
Now, Cincinnati is 0-2 heading into a crucial Week 3 matchup against LA.
From @NFLGameDay Kickoff: #Bengals QB Joe Burrow is expected to start today, planning to play despite being less than 100%. pic.twitter.com/NWdaPvzEH5
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) September 25, 2023
It’s hard to say it from the outside looking in, but many think Burrow and Cincinnati are taking the wrong route here. It’s a long season, but it’ll be an even longer season if Burrow aggravates his injury just as it’s nearing 100%.
On the other side of things, Cincinnati needs a win now or their season could spiral out of control regardless. The question is this: Will Burrow be ready to play to his true potential?
We’ll see soon enough.
Ethan Stone is a Tennessee graduate and loves all things college football and college basketball. Firm believer in fouling while up 3.
