How did Burrow's backup, Jake Browning, perform in his first start?

Browning struggled, completing 19 of 27 passes for 140 yards, 1 touchdown, and 2 interceptions as the Bengals were routed 48-10 by the Minnesota Vikings.

How many quarterbacks do the Bengals have on their roster with Burrow out?

The Bengals have 4 quarterbacks on their roster, including Browning, Brett Rypien, and Brandon White, who was signed after Burrow's injury.

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Bengals Lose Star QB Burrow to Serious Foot Injury, Backup Browning Struggles

Q: What injury did Bengals QB Joe Burrow suffer?

Burrow suffered a Grade 3 turf toe injury that will require surgery and keep him out for a minimum of 3 months.

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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

Bengals Lose Star QB Burrow to Serious Foot Injury, Backup Browning Struggles

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.