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Bengals Lose Star QB Burrow to Serious Foot Injury, Backup Browning Struggles
30 Sep
Summary
- Bengals QB Joe Burrow suffers Grade 3 turf toe injury, out 3+ months
- Backup Jake Browning struggles in first start, Bengals lose 48-10 to Vikings
- Bengals have 4 QBs on roster, Rypien and White to back up Browning
On September 18, 2025, the Cincinnati Bengals faced a devastating setback as their star quarterback Joe Burrow suffered a serious foot injury during the team's 31-27 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars. Burrow was tackled from behind and grabbed by the foot, resulting in a Grade 3 turf toe injury that will require surgery and keep him sidelined for a minimum of 3 months.
The Bengals' backup quarterback, Jake Browning, was thrust into the starting role in Burrow's absence. However, Browning struggled in his first start, as the Bengals were routed 48-10 by the Minnesota Vikings on September 24th. Browning completed 19 of 27 passes for 140 yards, 1 touchdown, and 2 interceptions.
With Burrow out, the Bengals have 4 quarterbacks on their roster, including Browning, Brett Rypien, and Brandon White. Rypien is set to back up Browning, while White is a veteran journeyman the team signed after Burrow's injury. The Bengals will need strong performances from their backup quarterbacks if they hope to remain in the AFC playoff race during Burrow's extended absence.
